241786016 Refrigerator Genuine Freezer Door Gasket (Black)

How do I confirm this part fits my specific refrigerator model?

The most reliable way is to locate the model number on the data tag inside your refrigerator compartment — typically on the left wall or ceiling near the top. Cross-reference that model number against the compatibility list for 241786016. The brand name printed on the exterior of the refrigerator is less reliable for parts lookup because Frigidaire manufactured refrigerators sold under Kenmore, Crosley, Westinghouse, Electrolux, and Gibson labels using the same underlying platforms and parts.

My freezer door feels cold to the touch on the outside — does that mean the gasket is leaking?

Not necessarily — some external surface cooling is normal near the door hinge area. A better indicator of a gasket failure is warmth or airflow felt along the door seal itself. Close your freezer door and slowly run your hand around the entire perimeter of the gasket. If you feel cold air escaping at any point, the gasket has lost its seal at that location. You can also do the dollar bill test: insert a bill so it straddles the gasket and close the door. Resistance when pulling the bill out indicates a good seal; if it slides out freely, the gasket needs replacement.

Why does the cross-reference list include so many different part numbers?

Frigidaire has used this same gasket across a large number of top-freezer refrigerator models produced over many years, sold under multiple brand names. As part numbers were updated or consolidated over production runs, the older numbers were superseded by newer ones. All the part numbers listed for 241786016 refer to the same gasket — they're just different catalog numbers from different eras or different parts suppliers. If your existing gasket carries any of those numbers, 241786016 is the correct current replacement.

Is this a Genuine OEM part or an aftermarket copy?

This is Genuine OEM — manufactured by Frigidaire, not a third-party aftermarket supplier. The part number 241786016 is Frigidaire's own factory part number. Express Parts Direct sources directly from authorized distributors to ensure you receive the authentic part, not a lookalike with potentially inferior rubber compound or magnetic strip strength.

Can a refrigerator run safely while waiting for the gasket to arrive?

Yes, a refrigerator with a failed freezer door gasket can still operate, though it will be less efficient. The compressor will run more often trying to compensate for the air infiltration. For the interim, you can minimize the impact by keeping the freezer as full as possible (frozen mass retains cold better than air), limiting the number of times you open the freezer door, and checking that the door is fully latched shut. If temperatures are rising enough to compromise frozen food safety, you may want to use a secondary cooler for the most critical items until the new gasket arrives.