GE Microwave Handle Broken - How to Fix - Model JVM3160DF3WW 

Your video was spot on. Getting the door off went exactly as you said by twisting out. However getting the door back on was not as easy. I suggest, at least for the model you describe and which is the exact same as mine, that the plastic vent above the door is only held on by two screws on the top. Once you unscrew those two scewrs the plastic vent can be removed and the door put on the hinges very easily. Once the door is in place the top plastic vent can be put back. Hope this helps others.

Amazing video, thank you!! After watching the video it only took about 15 minutes to get the door off, the handle repaired, and the door back on. Can't thank you enough for the video and the time you spent on it!! I have the JVM3160DF4WW and this break down worked the same for that model.

I’m a 60 year old “mechanically challenged” woman who refused to pay $200 for my broken handle and another $175 for installation. Those cost more than what I paid for the microwave in the first place. My handle actually wasn’t broken. Both end caps were. I bought replacements on Amazon for less than $12! After watching your video 3 times and procrastinating for 3 weeks I got the courage to do it myself. Your instructions were right on point! I’m so proud of myself. I just saved approximately $400. If I can do this…anybody can! Now I just have to put the door back on. Any suggestions? Thanks again!

Thank you for posting this video. Getting the door apart wasn't difficult after viewing this video. Without it I might have given up for fear of breaking something. Once the disassembly is understood replacing the handle is very easy.

Mine just broke. You have provided a great service by posting this video! Thanks man!

Thanks for this! Spot on and made the repair quick without having to figure out each step myself. Much appreciated!!!

Thanks a million. There is NO WAY I would have found the way to get to the handle screws without your video! I would have destroyed the door before I found the trick. Thanks again.

Amazingly clear. Thank you for being so thoughtful in taking the time to share this.🙏🏻😊

Thank you for the video and the detailed instructions, very easy to follow and figure out on my own. I spent $18 on door handle/bracket parts on eBay instead of the very costly OEM parts on the GE website. Thanks!

Yes, thanks, very considerate to take the time to post, thank you!

Thanks for the croosh vid. You saved me big bucks and time trying to tear this thing apart. Appreciate the parts link.

Thanks, just used your guide to change this. They make it a work to change just a broken handle.

Thanks. I appreciate you taking the time to post this. Was very helpful.

Thank you. Exactly what I needed to replace my peeling handle.

Great job on the video! Handle replaced with no issues.

When The handle broke, I did not know what to do,I called some handyman , and he told me he would charged me 150 just for see what the problem was. So I googled it and the handle is very expensive, but thanks to your video I only needed the top cap . 24 hours later I fixed myself. Thank you so much.

Nailed it! Thanks for giving a visual. It helped make it an easier fix.

Literally just finished fixing my microwave door. Thank you very much brother !

This allowed me to replace two plastic brackets and save $300 for a new microwave. Thank you!,

Thanks for the upload. My door Mounting Bracket handle broken and same process to disassemble on my (Model JVM3160RF5SS) microwave. This was extremely helpful.

Thank you! Wish we knew before we ordered a new handle that we could just order the bracket!

Thank you. My friend has the exact model and I could not lift and remove the door. The top trim was blocking it. That's where i got stuck.

Dude. Thank you. Very clear and really simplified the process for me.

Thanks!! This was super helpful for me

Exact same model; exact same broken handle support. Hmmm...design issue? Your video helped make this an easier repair. Removing the door first seems obvious, but I didn't think of it. Thanks!

Excellent break down of the door , thanks .

Very helpful! Thank you.

Super helpful! Thank you for sharing. Microwave back up and running!

I have a similar microwave, my model number is the same except the last three numbers are 4WW instead of 3WW. This video was extremely helpful. It was going to cost me $179 for the handle and I noticed it was the bracket only that needed to be replaced. I found it for $11.00 from Lifetime Appliance Parts and it took me about an hour to finish, the hardest and most time consuming was removing the glass. I first, tried the hard way and then watched the video again for the easy way. Saving $$$$$ was well worth it. Thank you

This video helped immensely. Thanks!

Thank you from the Bahamas!

Big help! Thank you for making this.

Dude! exactly what I needed to know, you saved me having to take the microwave to have the handle fix. Thank you!

Thanks for being clear and concise with good video!

Dude you are the man! Very detailed and thanks for the links

Thank you for this! Saved us so much money 🙏🏿

Thanks this told me how to take the door apart. The tricky part was getting pins back into the hinge. I had broke the handle by yanking on the handle instead of pulling on it.

Thank you so much!!!! Only video on the entire internet of a GE microwave door like mine

Super helpful. Thank you! 🙌🏾

Thanks great video. A little more involved than I thought. I didn't realize its probably easier with the door off.

Wow THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I have this same exact model however my model number faded, and I had no idea how to find it. I was able to do this myself :)

Perfect timing. I needed this exact video. Thanks!

Very helpful, thank you! I found that removing the slanted piece over the oven’s opening makes it easier to remove/replace the door. 1-2 screws and it slides right off.

Thank you so much!! Your Video was exactly what I needed to see. I got to the tabs on the glass, and wasn't sure exactly what to do and I saw those tabs, but I didn't want to unnecessarily break the door somehow, however, your Video gave me the confidence to ensure I wasn't just monkey screwing the door and end up having to buy a new one. Thank you again, I really appreciate your Super Informative Video and there is none other like it. Keep up the good content, and kudos to you senor!!!!!

Thanks bro. Good job

😊Thank you so much. Very helpful video🙏😊😎

This came in very handy. I ordered the part for $7.95 at Amazon

Thank you!! Why tf would GE make it soooooo ridiculously hard to replace a broken bracket for the door handle... and not have any online tutorials?!?! I watched the other video on RU-vid first and am super glad I watched this one cause that one is really misleading... it should be linked to the Amazon parts replacement (bracket not door handle)...again thank you for posting!!

perfect! Thanks brother

thank you man

Thank you!

Thanks Dude!

Thanks man. I got held up at the part we supposed to pop off that plastic perimeter piece. I suspect it as much but I thought I was going to break it

Thank you came apart just like you said. Mine was a little more severe. The screw head ripped right through the plastic. So I just put a washer under it and it worked just fine. jim

Thank you so much for doing this. Yes, it was “ a little involved” 😬

Thanks man!

Thanks for the video I have the same model. My handle broke a few days ago, so I just need to replace caps not the handle...off I go!

Thanks

How do you get the door back on though? It came off easily, but I can’t seem to get it to reattach as easily

Mine has broken TWICE now. I wonder if I could replace with a different handle where the brackets are integrated with the handle and do not break?

Thanks. Got the same problem. You can get the caps for 9-10 bucks on eBay, but the handle seems to be $175-$200! Anyone found a cheaper source for the handle?

Great video, but I’m having a hard time getting the door off! I opened it all the way as you described and tried to lift up, but there is a plastic stop at the top and there is not enough clearance to lift the door to clear the post to swing it out. Any suggestions?

Thanks, boy a lot of work for that handle. Mine did the exact same. Do you have the part number?

Do you have a link for rhe replacement part?? I see too many

Did you use the genuine GE replacement parts or aftermarket parts? GE is charging more than what a whole new microwave costs for the parts, messed up. Great video!

Why does the handle cost $175?

A hardware service person told me that with this model, they don't replace the handle. They replace the whole door because when you take the door apart, it could cause radiation leaks. Anybody who has insight on this issue, please reply

Are you sure you need to take the whole door off

Why would you make a video after the hard part was done. Absolutely useless thanks for wasting my time

Very helpful, thank you!