Repair a Broken Microwave Door Latch 

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I am 66 years old. I cannot identify a hammer or screwdriver. I am a Mr. Fx-It fix moron. I barely know how to put air in my tires. But I fixed my microwave using this video. It has inspired my confidence so much I have applied for an aircraft mechanics job at United Airlines. I'll let you know if I get hired so you can choose a different airline. Thanks for the fix it video.

You win the internet today! Just fixed my microwave in about 10 minutes. Thank you sir!!!

Sincerely, THANK YOU Sir, you both saved me time, and at Least $100 for a call out, parts replacement, and installation. I was able to follow along, even for a “mechanically challenged” individual known to man. Took me under 5/mins to actually complete myself, after the time spent watching your video. This is what, to me, makes the Internet such a beautiful place, so once more, I sincerely both thank and salute You Sir

Amazing! I'm a 60-year-old woman and I do all my simple home repairs with the help of people like you on RU-vid! Thank you so much for your content! You are invaluable 😊❤

You da man! I was microwave- less for months, had already accepted the fact that I’d be warming up my leftovers on the stove/conventional oven for the years to come. Thanks to you, that’s no longer the case. Appreciate you for making this video 🎉

Great video. No annoying music, straight to the point, and well filmed. Did the job in 10 mins thanks to you!

Absolute RU-vid perfection. I vaguely googled my problem and you showed the perfect fix in minimal time. I have to bet you’ve helped thousands of people from buying a new microwave!! Thanks!!

Literally standing in line at Menards with new Microwave when I stumbled on this. Left microwave there and immediately went home. Worked like a charm. Thanks!

THANK YOU !! Wife was leaving to buy a new microwave . Told her to wait one minute . Took two ! THANK YOU !

Thank you very much. I am a 68 years old woman, who fixes things as much as I can myself, saving money, time and getting ripped off by by paying a lot money for a small amount work. Thank you very much for clear simple instructions and a fantastic video. Thanks again and god bless you.

Thank you SO much! A crooked repair guy was wanting to charge me $200.00 to fix this problem for me, and I'm so glad I watched your video and learned to do it myself! All the best- Naomi

37 yo female here who just fixed my microwave door problem in 5 mins thanks to this video!! Thank you, friend! Cheers!!!

This made me wife of the year and we’ve only been married two months! I was able to fix my microwave in 10 minutes. Thank you!

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! You turned something I was dreading to deal with into a 5 minute fix. Just as good as new! Really appreciate your expertise! Thank you again!

I followed your instructions and fixed our microwave door in less than 5 minutes. It was exactly what your video showed. I used a butter knife to semi remove the plastic. Thank you so much for your video

I was sitting at my computer when I heard a noise in the kitchen. The protrusion that held the lower end of the spring just kind of... spontaneously (without the unit running)... BROKE! I was disgusted that such a lightly used microwave was now going to have to be replaced. Then I found your video and was able to beat this *obvious planned obsolescence*. My microwave works again! Thanks very much for taking the time and effort to put this video up!

I had this latch problem. Watched this video, got inspired and out of bed and fixed it in the middle of the night! A broken spring was the issue so I was able to bend hooks on each end to reconnect it. Thanks a million!

Omg, thank you for this video! I was able to fix it right away. In my case the spring split but I was able to bend it and put it back to its place. Thank you, thank you, thank you! 👍🏼

Dude! Thank you! I am staying in a hotel for a while. My microwave broke and I had nothing to cook with! Super easy fix thanks to you

I was told my microwave is not fixable, and need to buy a new one. I refused to accept this, and then I found your video! My daughter and I fixed it in about 10 minutes from your video instructions!! Thank you so much!!

My man! I was in the 1% so I drilled the small hole and was back in business in 10 minutes. Thank you!

Excellent video - thank you so much! I've done several small repairs to our microwave, so when our door latch broke I opened it up and saw the broken spring holder. Was about to order a new door frame when I came across this video. Watched your very clear explanation, ran downstairs and fixed it in 5 minutes! :) Will have a VERY happy wife when she gets home.

Your description of where to hook the spring saved me a lot of time and money, thank you!

My husband wanted to buy a new microwave then I found a post to buy a new latch and fix myself then I saw your post, fixed in a couple minutes FREE! Thank you!😊

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!!! I just fixed our microwave door after my husband said it could not be done. Originally we thought the door latch key was broken, but it turned out it was the mounts for the swing. I watched your video and Ta da!!! Microwave working!!! Thank you so much!!!

This was so helpful! The narration and visual instruction helped me fix my microwave for free in 5 minutes. I thought I was going to have to get a new one. Thank you!!!

Dude.....it literally took me 60 seconds after watching this video and saved myself $300 for a new microwave. Thank you!!!

I have the exact issue that you outlined and videoed. I am horrible at home repairs. I was able to fix our microwave thanks to you. Thank you so much for sharing your video.

I can't thank you enough for this brother!! Thought we were gonna have to buy a new microwave but you saved the day. God bless you, thank you and all the best from THE UK, Steve.

Great video as all have previously said!! Wife was last one to close the microwave door so I came out looking like a champ in fixing the door in less than 2 minutes. Thanks for helping me make some points....they go away pretty quickly so always looking to make some!! Thanks again!!

Thank you this video was a life saver to my budget. All the other videos show how to fix that top plastic piece, but not the bottom. I'm a 53yr old wife and will try and fix what I can. I did it with your help in 10 minutes. Thank you thank you😊😊😊🙏🏽❤️👍🏽👍🏽

Wow. This has to be one of the best RU-vid videos I’ve ever watched. Someone who legitimately shows you how to do something quickly and for zero cost. It doesn’t get any better. This was the perfect fix I needed for my microwave.!!! You rock!!! Thank you.

Thank you 😊 I was mad with family for how they shut the door and the thought of buying a new microwave. Your video made it so simple and now it shut like it supposed to and works😊thanks a million. Yes I fix it with a butter knife like you said under 5 minutes. You the man 🙂

Thank you so much for being a great instructor!! You were right it only took 5 minutes and didn't cost me a dime! I am grateful that you are part of the RU-vid community!

I never have left a comment on a video/channel but wanted to say Thank you! You saved me from buying a new microwave or calling a repair man to do this simple task! Thank youuuuu!!

Thank you, thank you!!! You helped me fix my microwave, and it took less than a minute to get it done. I spent longer watching your video hahaha!

Thank you! My husband and I had our microwave fixed in less than 10 minutes after watching your video. Saved us a ton of money.

3 years later and you're still saving microwaves!! Yay. My hand hurts holding it in and slightly up and oddly mine was installed very high. Thank you!

This video just saved me $220. I got a quote and that was the quote that I was given. I watched this video and ended up fixing it myself in five minutes. Thank you 😊

You’re a life saver! We thought we were going to have to order a whole new door cause that plastic piece is broken. A new door is $260 and our microwave itself is $325. It’s been broken for 4 months cause it’s the last thing we want to spend money on. Thank you for this video, you just saved us hundreds of dollars

You are really good at this by the way (fixing tutorials) - very clear and easy to understand explanation, great pace (not too fast, not too slow), good description and visuals (nice close ups). Thank you!

This is video is very helpful, i had broke my microwave and my parents were so mad mad at me bc it was broke for 3 days and then when i seen this video i was able to fix it it like 5-10 minutes and the best part is that you need NO tools

Bless you. Mine broke yesterday, thought the issue was the latch. Ordered one that had a one day shipping. But when I opened it up I found this issue. Was in the process of super glue and customer support- I bought this house a month ago- turns out the warrantly expired in December. This solution- dear lord so simple. You’re amazing.

GREAT VIDEO for an awesome, free work-around fix for this problem!!!! Not only did you save me a new microwave at about $300, which I thought I might have to get at first, you also saved me another $30 on the replacement part, which I thought I would need after the first few minutes of Googling. SO glad I kept looking and found this video, which was super easy to follow for an extremely mechanically deficient person like myself! Thanks!

Thank you for this great tutorial! I was able to attach the existing spring to the frame, avoiding an expensive repair or replacement. So very thankful that I was able to do this myself during the pandemic.

this is the most clear instruction on how to fix that broken spring holder, didn't know how to attach that spring back but when you mention not to glue it back and just attach the spring onto one of the grove then that was my que to start doing it, took me 5 minutes to get it fixed, thank you very much for this video , i appreciate it...

Fantastic!!! We heard a moderately loud bang in the kitchen and didn't figure out for a few minutes that the light in the microwave was on. Turns out the latches on the door moved up and down freely. My wife searched for the model number of our 12 year old Sharp 1200 W unit. Found them from numerous big-box stores. In the middle of the microwave suppliers, she noticed a few fix-it posts. She read one to me and indicated that I should try it. The written description was a bit confusing - so I asked if there were any images. She found your site and I immediately understood what and how to do it!. Taking the picture frame off the door was easy - found the broken post from the door - the spring was hiding on the bottom ledge, not easily visible because it was against the front cover under one of the metal blades. Once I retrieved it with tweezers, I followed the instructions on your video and in less than 5 minutes, saved $200 and a trip to purchase a new microwave. I'll keep your channel in mind for future fix it needs. Nicely done!

Awesome video man thank you. My wife was kinda freaking out & now I can swoop in and save the day. Thanks again. Easier than fixing motorcycles which is what I normally do.

Thank you so much. Instead of paying a service call and being grateful the repair could be made, we feel so competent thanks to your excellent video. We were able to repair the microwave door latch.

Ammmmazing!... My wife was seconds away from purchasing a new microwave from Lowes! THANK YOU!!!

You’re the best man - saved me $300 for a new microwave. Love the fix. Thank you so much. God bless you and yours. praise Jesus!

And your amazing!!! I was about to get rid of my kids. They break everything! Lol

thank YOU sir!! you made me and my dad very happy especially with the fact that we didn’t have to spend $200+ on a new microwave. you’re the best!!

It worked perfectly! Saved us a ton of money and hassle trying to get the company to come out and repair it.

Adding my gratitude to the many who have thanked you, greatly appreciated!!

Changed from spending money to a no cost 15 minute fix. Thank You

THANK YOU!!! It worked and you saved us $350 from having to buy a new one for our rental property 🎉

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I was moments away from purchasing a new microwave and you just saved me a couple hundred dollars and a ton of effort to remove and replace. My husband will be so proud!

I know this video is 6 years old but I want to say thank you !! I’m a single mom of 3 and can not afford and new over head microwave like this but because of your video I was able to fix it 🎉🥰😘👏

I sent the video link to my partner who was at work and when I got home later that day he was home and had fixed the microwave latch. He said to write you a big thank you. He would never have thought to do that. Bless you, for sharing.

You’re my hero! Thank you so much for your video! Microwave repair guy said it would be between $80 - $100 for a service fee. Was about to go buy a new microwave. You explained and showed everything perfectly!

Getting ready to order a new frame and came across this video. Fixed the problem for no money and very little time. Thank you for taking the time to post this easy solution!!

Thank you, sir. I’m glad we didn’t have to buy a new microwave. And only took a minute or two. Very appreciative of your help!

Thank you so much, I never fixed anything in my life until I followed along with this video and was able to repair my door. I'm so grateful

I followed your instructions last night and it worked perfectly. Thank you so much. Was ready to go out and buy a new microwave. You saved me a bundle of money. Keep these videos coming please. I am less than handy in the house but you made me feel useful.

Yo this video is a life saver, never in my 20 years of living could I have thought that this was an easy fix but it is. You have explained it so well and you have definitely saved me a call to my landlord!!!!!

Thanks so much Zim! You are my #1 RU-vid today! Saved me lots of time, stress and money with this one!

Genius! It's my birthday and for by birthday treat, I repaired our broken microwave. Can't believe how happy this made me. Thanks so much for this video

I called a technitian, for this. He charged me $80 and said "you need to replace your microwave door which would cost as much as a new microwave". With your video, I was able to fix my microwave door in 10 min and for free. Thanks for this video.

Great Video... Thank you.. Samsung Microwave not even 2 years old and piece on door broke off. Your method worked like a charm and you saved me $200+ on buying a new one.

Fixed my microwave door in less than five minutes. You saved my hide. Love you man.

THANK YOU!!! I thought I had to get a new microwave and then I got on RU-vid and watched your video, You were exactly correct and it was fixed in minutes. I am still so impressed. I'm so grateful to you!!

This is the one! Most videos show how to reattach the spring assuming the latch is still attached to the inner door assembly. Thank you for showing what to do if that latch is broken off

Thank you so much! I am so glad that you made this video. Our microwave door hasn't been working for almost a month now, I found other videos that suggested that I buy a replacement latch system (which didn't work) and others that suggested I buy an entire door assembly (that costs 180 dollars!). I've been wracking my brain trying to decide if I wanted a repair person to come out to do this repair or just get a new microwave and this morning I figured "I'll look it up one more time" and found your video. Perfect timing bc now my husband and I can enjoy our Chinese leftovers the way that God intended :D lol. Thank you!!

You made me a hero with my wife. Thought we were going to have to buy a new microwave because I figured something plastic broke and you can never fix those plastic parts, but your hack to attach the spring to another spot totally worked. Thank you!

You're awesome! Once I got a really thin screwdriver, I had it repaired in just about 2 minutes. You saved us $200 or $300 for a new microwave and a bunch of my time that I would have had to spend installing.

Just did your repair as described, and it my latch is working again! Thanks so much for sharing this video. Didn’t cost me a cent and saved the charges for a repair or new microwave. That was awesome!

Excellent video. At first, I thought that the latch piece that hold the spring was broken, but when I removed the trim piece two pieces of broken plastic hit the floor. I looked at the latch and saw that it was intact. So my problem became making a repair to the plastic (glued in!) insert that hold the other end of the spring. I knew there was no way I could repair it that would have a lasting effect, even with Gorilla Glue. I would still have glue it into the body of the door, and my gut feeling was that would be just as ineffective. I find that searching for repairs and repair ideas are plentiful on RU-vid, so I entered my problem. Voila! Up comes your video. Solved my problem in a matter of minutes. Microwave is now operating as normal. Thanks, Zim . . . you helped me save a bit of money.

Just followed this video to fix my Frigidaire Gallery (FGMV174KFB). Thought I’d have to buy a very expensive replacement door, or worse, a whole new microwave that might not even fit! Thanks to you I had the door working again in just a few minutes.

I am an 83 year old woman and your video had me giving my microwave door in 10 minutes (with a butter knife !) THANK YOU !@

THANK YOU!!! You just saved me from a big headache. 5 minute fix including drilling a hole for the spring. It took me longer to get to my tools.

Thank you soo much, I’ve had such a crappy week, then our microwave door broke on top of it. We are first time homeowners and have already had to fix and replace so many things… this video made my week a little less crappy! Thank you for sharing!

This video is so helpful and saves my GE microwave every 4 years. As a frequent user every day of my microwave, the plastic bottom edges of the latch hooks will wear down from friction causing the internal switches not to be pressed down far enough. The result is the internal light and blower stay on. Originally I had GE tech support come out, along with a $200 service charge all they did was recommend replacing the entire microwave! So, many thanks to you guys for creating this video!

Thank you. I was just away to buy a new microwave and thought I'll check youtube in case there's an easy fix. You saved me £60+ and a 20mile round trip to the supermarket. Had to drill a hole like you said as the tab had broken off the latch piece but still only took 10 minutes. 👍

Thank thank you thank you....I was actually able to fix this latch and have my morning coffee thanks to your video...much appreciated. Latch hack fix in less then 10 minutes!

I never comment on videos but i had to this one time. Thank you so much. This was my exact problem and you literally saved me $100 service fee for calling my home warranty company to send someone out to fix this and i did it myself in 5 minutes. God bless you!

Life saver! Just fixed my microwave in 5 minutes. Saved me money and hassle both. Thank you so much!!!!

Thank you man. I spent ages looking for a solution, but didn't know what the problem was. Fixed it in under 5 minutes. Your video is much appreciated!

Great teaching video. Tried the procedures outlined in video and fixed my microwave door in 5 minutes. Amazing job!

Thank you so very much - my husband was ready to buy a new one and I went on RU-vid, found you and presto - I did it in less than 10 minutes - very easy instructions to follow!! Beth

THANK YOU X a million! I was afraid I was going to break the plastic on the door but thought what the hell why not at least give it a shot. I did and fixed the door in 2 minutes and saved myself a repair of $125+

Thank you " RU-vid University. Our door just did this today. I'm so glad I found your video. Literally took one to two minutes to fix!

Thank you so much for your instructional video. I have an Electrolux mike oven. And the door latch failed. I was procrastinating on repairing it, cause I was going to take the whole door off its hinges. Now I managed to repair it in about 15 minutes. And it's up and working. A great video! Thanks again

You are awesome! Watched another video which had same directions on removing trim but he said the break was on the plastic latch. I'd ordered the latch before looking and come to find that it was broken, as you said, on the door (99% of the time). Obviously the other video was selling the latches as the fix. You fix of attaching spring to metal on door, was free and instant! Thanks so much. Wish your video had come up first and I'd have not spent the $14 had had microwave -OOO- for a day.

Thanks so much, I just fixed my microwave within 5 mins, which saved me a lot of trouble. Thank you once again ❤️

This video is proof that not all heroes wear capes. I woke up to a broken microwave, and by the end of the day it’s fixed. I didn’t even need to spend time to remember where I bought my Samsung microwave from. I used a pry tool from some random kit I had around. Thank you, sir.

THANK YOU!!! I know you posted this video years ago but I just had to say you rock! You saved me so much time and money!

I just watched your video and the plastic piece was broken off. Followed your instructions and fixed it in less than 5 minutes and I'm a 75 yr old woman. THANKS SO MUCH

It's Unvelievably easy. I woke up in the morning, found my microwave door light on, door open? What? Whos in my house? Realized the latch was loose. This video is bang on accurate. Took literally 3min. Its that easy!!! Thanks brother!