GE Dishwasher Upper Rack (WD28X35779) (Replaces WD28X22676, WD28X25018, WD28X30219)

The upper rack holds dishes, glasses, and smaller items in the top section of the dishwasher and slides in and out on wheel assemblies that run along the side rails. It positions items directly in the spray path so water and detergent can reach every surface during the wash and rinse cycles.

Important Compatibility Note: Part number WD28X35779 is the current manufacturer-approved replacement for the following discontinued part number(s): WD28X22676, WD28X25018, WD28X30219. If your appliance documentation or old part uses any of these numbers, this is the correct, updated component for your repair.

Upper racks can wear out from repeated loading and unloading, exposure to hot water and steam, or physical stress from overloading. The rack tines can bend or break, the vinyl coating can chip and rust, and the wheel or track connections can weaken until the rack no longer slides or sits level inside the dishwasher.

Here are some signs that your upper rack may need to be replaced:

- Rack does not slide in or out smoothly along the side rails

- Tines are bent, broken, or missing and can no longer hold items upright

- Vinyl or plastic coating is chipped or peeling, leaving exposed metal that rusts

- Rack sits unevenly or tilts to one side when loaded

- Dishes in the upper rack come out dirty or poorly rinsed

- Rack feels loose or wobbles during the wash cycle

- Visible rust or corrosion on the rack frame or tines