Replace a broken plastic door latch on a microwave with a metal one Appliance Repair Troubleshooting Questions › Category: Microwaves › Replace a broken plastic door latch on a microwave with a metal one 0 Vote Up Vote Down Justin asked 6 years ago I have a Whirlpool Microwave Rangehood. One of the door latch tabs (on the door) snapped off yesterday. I cannot find a replacement but was wondering if I fabricated a piece out of metal if it would cause any issues? Please login or Register to submit your answer Username or Email Address Password Remember Me