
Genuine
GE WE11M23 Genuine OEM Heating Element Assembly for GE Electric Dryers
| Part type | Dryer Heating Element |
|---|---|
| Made by | GE |
| Genuine or compatible | Genuine (Hotpoint / GE brand) |
| Main part number | WE11M23 |
| Also listed as | WE11M0014, WE11M0021, WE11M0023, WE11M21 |
What it fixes
Provides the heat that dries the clothes. Fit it if you see:
- The dryer tumbles but the air stays cold or only lukewarm
- Drying takes far longer than before
- The breaker trips when a heated cycle starts
- The element looks broken or has visibly sagging coils
Will it fit your appliance?
This is a genuine part, which is built for the Hotpoint and GE models it is listed for. The details below come from the seller’s own listing and are shown so you can compare them with your rating plate. Always confirm on the Amazon page before you buy.
From the seller’s listing:
- The GE WE11M23 replacement Heating Element Assembly for Dryers fits some models from the following brands of Dr
- The GE WE11M23 is a Factory Certified Part that replaces part numbers: 844418, WE11M0014, WE11M0021, WE11M0023, WE11M21
Other part numbers it is listed as replacing: WE11M0014, WE11M0021, WE11M0023, WE11M21. Matching one of these to the number on your old part is the most reliable check.
Check your model number first. It is on the rating plate — usually inside the door frame, on the back or side panel, or inside the appliance. Parts that look identical often differ by model, so match the number to the listing before you order.
How to fit it
- Unplug the dryer and, if hard-wired, switch off its breaker
- Remove the rear or lower panel to reach the heater housing
- Photograph and disconnect the wiring
- Unscrew the element, fit the new one and replace any tripped thermostat or fuse
- Reconnect, refit the panel and test
Difficulty: Moderate. Typical time: 45 to 90 minutes. Read the full dryer heating element guide, including checks to run before you buy.
Safety. Unplug the dryer before you start (and switch off the breaker if it is hard-wired). A blocked vent is a fire risk, so always clear the cause of any overheating.
Other dryer heating element listings
Genuine made by Hotpoint / GE Compatible made by another company to fit


