do I need the re enforced bracket if my upper hinge broke on my smooth freezer door?

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do I need the re enforced bracket if my upper hinge broke on my smooth freezer door?

I've replaced the fridge door with the new hinge and re enforcing bracket. Now the freezer door hinge has broken, but its the upper freezer hinge. Do I need the re enforced bracket on that upper hinge? The bottom freezer hinge does have the washers on it for support. That was done when the fridge hinge was replaced. Not sure why Norcold ever did a recall on these. Thanks for the help!

Status: Open Jul 11, 2019 - 02:15 AM

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Sep 28, 2026 - 06:26 AM

The reinforcement kit was made for the lower hinge, which takes most of the weight. If the upper freezer hinge broke, check whether the hinge itself broke or the door around it cracked. A broken hinge can be replaced, but a cracked door corner means replacing the door. The reinforcement kit is discontinued now. Email a photo to info@rvfridgeguys.com and we'll help you figure out the fix.

If you have any questions, just reach out at info@rvfridgeguys.com or call us at 800-712-8822. You can find everything we carry at www.rvfridgeguys.com.

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