GE Washer Rod and Spring (WH16X10159)

The GE Washer Rod and Spring helps suspend and balance the outer tub inside the washing machine, absorbing movement and vibration during the wash and spin cycles. It works as part of the suspension system, keeping the tub stable so the washer can operate smoothly without excessive shaking or banging against the cabinet.

The GE Washer Rod and Spring can wear out over time from constant stress and movement, especially in washers that regularly handle large or unbalanced loads. The spring can lose tension, the rod can bend or break, and mounting points can crack, all of which reduce the suspension system's ability to control tub movement.

These symptoms may point to a worn or broken rod and spring in your washer:

- Washer shakes or vibrates excessively during the spin cycle

- Loud banging or thumping as the tub strikes the cabinet walls

- Washer walks or moves across the floor during operation

- Tub appears off-center or sits unevenly inside the machine

- Spin cycle stops early or the washer struggles to reach full speed

- Error codes related to unbalanced loads appear more frequently than before