Whirlpool Refrigerator: frost buildup

Based on 2 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for frost buildup: Replaced control board, resolved frosting issue. (100% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Auto defrost malfunction (2 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Replaced control board, resolved frosting issue.

    Success rate: 50.0% DIY: Yes Medium

  2. Confirmed wiring harness is in place; heating element works manually, but auto defrost not functioning.

    Success rate: 50.0% DIY: Yes Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

100% DIY Success Rate

DIY

Analysis based on 2 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Whirlpool - side by side fridge freezer - Freezer keeps fros...
  2. Whirlpool frosting up

Community Discussions

frosted up

Replaced control board, resolved frosting issue.

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Freezer keeps frosting up and stopping

Confirmed wiring harness is in place; heating element works manually, but auto defrost not functioning.

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Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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