Whirlpool Refrigerator: not freezing

Based on 6 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not freezing: Replaced the evaporator fan motor (67.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Evaporator fan motor failure (1 mentions)
  • Defrost system issues (heater, thermostat, timer) (1 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Replaced the evaporator fan motor

    Success rate: 17.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  2. Check freezer fan, ice buildup, and coils; consider adding freon if low

    Success rate: 17.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

  3. Check the defrost heater, defrost thermostat, and defrost timer

    Success rate: 17.0% DIY: Yes Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

67.0% DIY Success Rate

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

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Community Discussions

top of freezer was not longer frozen, feel cold air moving in the bottom of freezer, refrigerator got warmer

Replaced the evaporator fan motor.

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Fridge is cooling but freezer is not freezing

Check freezer fan, ice buildup, and coils; consider adding freon if low.

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leaking water to the side and won't freeze food

Check the defrost heater, defrost thermostat, and defrost timer.

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