Swan Cavity Corrosion / Coating Failure

Microwave cavity paint is peeling or rust is visible inside.

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Possible Causes

Chipped enamel from impacts, Persistent moisture and food acids, Lack of cleaning, Exposed metal not protected

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug before working inside the cavity.

  • Step 1 – Clean and dry: Thoroughly clean the cavity and dry it. Remove loose paint flakes.
  • Step 2 – Treat rust: Lightly sand small rust spots to remove loose corrosion. Wipe clean.
  • Step 3 – Touch-up paint: Apply microwave-safe cavity touch-up paint to small bare metal areas, following the product instructions.

Extensive rust or holes in the cavity can compromise safety; in such cases, replacement of the microwave is usually recommended.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Cavity Touch-Up Paint
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