Ge Refrigerator: not cooling

Based on 99 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not cooling: Replaced the evaporator fan and it worked again. (50.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Compressor failure (3 mentions)
  • Evaporator fan issues (5 mentions)
  • Capacitor failure (3 mentions)
  • Defrost heater malfunction (2 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Replaced the evaporator fan and it worked again.

    Success rate: 1.0% DIY: Yes Easy
  2. Unplugging and re-plugging the refrigerator temporarily resolves the cooling issue.

    Success rate: 1.0% DIY: Yes Easy
  3. Replaced bulging capacitors on the control board, unit is cooling again.

    Success rate: 1.0% DIY: Yes Medium
  4. Thawing out the fridge and freezer for 24 hours temporarily resolved the cooling issue.

    Success rate: 1.0% DIY: Yes Easy
  5. Cleaning dust under the refrigerator restored cooling functionality.

    Success rate: 1.0% DIY: Yes Easy

Can I Fix This Myself?

50.0% DIY Success Rate

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Analysis based on 48 community discussions
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Community Discussions

no longer keeping temp

Replaced the locked-up condenser fan motor.

fridge portion didn't seem to be cooling properly

The thermostat was faulty and was replaced after confirming the heater was functional.

not cooling

Replaced the evaporator fan and it worked again.

fridge stopped cooling, flashing lights on front panel

control board was smoked

Fridge and freezer not below 30°, frost buildup on coils

Recharged refrigerant line after confirming low refrigerant issue.

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