Whirlpool Refrigerator: not defrosting

Based on 6 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not defrosting: Check and replace the control board or wire harness for continuity issues. (40.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Defrost thermostat failure (3 mentions)
  • Control board malfunction (2 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Check and replace the control board or wire harness for continuity issues.

    Success rate: 17.0% DIY: Yes Medium

  2. Reconnect loose wire connections on the heater core.

    Success rate: 17.0% DIY: Yes Easy

Can I Fix This Myself?

40.0% DIY Success Rate

DIY

Analysis based on 5 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. whirlpool WRS325S0H201 defrost isn’t working
  2. Running out of ideas for a defrost issue
  3. ed5fhexssoo not working, defrost thermostat?
  4. Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerator ED25PQ model not defrost...
  5. Whirlpool refrigerator, Worth control board replacement?

Community Discussions

freezer over freezes and causes refrigerator to become warm

Loose wire connection on the heater core was the issue, which was resolved by plugging it back in.

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icing up, defrost system issue

Replace the control board or check the wire harness for continuity issues.

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fridge doesn't defrost

Awaiting arrival of a used control board for testing.

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