Insignia Agitation Failure

Top-load washer agitator or impeller does not move, but tub may spin.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Worn agitator dogs or splines, Stripped drive hub, Loose agitator bolt, Faulty transmission or gearcase (on some Insignia top-load designs)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the washer before working inside the tub.

  • Check for obstruction: Remove laundry and inspect around the agitator or impeller for trapped items.
  • Test agitator movement: Try to rotate the agitator by hand. If it spins freely without resistance, the dogs or hub may be worn.
  • Remove agitator: Pop off the agitator cap and remove the center bolt. Lift the agitator out to inspect the dogs or hub.
  • Replace worn parts: Install new Insignia-compatible agitator dogs or drive hub as needed, then reassemble and test.
  • Transmission issues: If the agitator is mechanically sound but still does not move during wash, the gearcase or transmission may be faulty and require professional service.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Agitator Dogs / Drive Hub
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