Description
Description
Restore secure and organized door-storage functionality with the genuine OEM front door shelf retainer bar / shelf panel (#WR17X3692) designed for GE-brand refrigerators. This durable shelf component helps keep jars, bottles, and other items firmly in place on the refrigerator door and preserves the clean, factory-intended look of the interior.
Please check with your maintenance technician prior to ordering to confirm that this part matches your appliance model, shelf width, retainer bar configuration, and to avoid ordering a non-compatible component.
Features & Benefits
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✅ OEM quality construction – Engineered by GE Appliances to meet original equipment standards for fit and durability. geapplianceparts.com+1
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🧊 Improved storage function – Provides a secure barrier to keep items such as bottles and jars in place on the refrigerator door shelf, reducing risk of items shifting when door opens.
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🔧 Cost-effective repair – Replacing the retainer bar or shelf panel is more economical than replacing the full door shelf assembly.
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✔️ Direct swap installation – Designed to match the original shelf dimensions (approx. 20½″ width) to simplify replacement. geappliances.com+1
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🧾 Restores appliance aesthetics – Maintains the factory clean interior look and supports proper door shelf alignment.
Common Symptoms That Indicate Replacement
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Door shelf barrier or bar is loose, cracked, missing or broken, causing jars or bottles to shift or fall when the door opens.
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The shelf retainer bar is warped, discolored or non-functional, reducing its ability to hold items securely.
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Shelf items appear unstable or slide when the door is opened.
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The current shelf assembly shows the part number WR17X3692 (or cross-reference) and is visibly worn.
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The shelf surface does not fit properly or leaving a gap behind the retainer bar.
Compatible Refrigerator Models (Partial List)
(Always verify your exact appliance model number and the current shelf or retainer bar part before ordering.)
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Models listed on GE Appliances parts site for WR17X3692: “Front Door Shelf GESM” with dimensions 1/4” H x 2” W x 20½” D. geappliances.com+2geapplianceparts.com+2
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Models from the GE / Hotpoint top-freezer or side-by-side configurations referencing retainer bar part WR17X3692 or cross-refs WR17X3942, WR71X1999. Repair Clinic+1
Cross Reference / Alternate Part Numbers
This part replaces or is cross-referenced as WR17X3942, WR71X1999, AP2065797, and others. fix.com+1
Compatibility Notes
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Ensure your existing door shelf retainer bar or shelf panel matches part number WR17X3692 (or one of the cross references).
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Confirm the width of your shelf is approx 20½″ (the specification for WR17X3692). geappliances.com
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For proper installation, remove door items and clean shelf area, then install the replacement part per manufacturer instructions.
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Because correct fit affects door shelf functionality and safety (keeping stored items secure), check with your maintenance technician prior to ordering to confirm compatibility and avoid returns.