Genuine OEM Replacement Part
LG EAU60694514 Refrigerator Fan Motor – Fridge Won't Cool, Runs Warm, or No Air Circulation
Part # EAU60694514
Replaces 17231137
Fits LG Refrigerators
Genuine OEM — New in Box
Fridge Running Warm Even Though the Compressor Is On? The Fan Motor Has Failed.
When the refrigerator fan motor fails, cold air stops circulating — the compressor runs, the evaporator coils get cold, but without the fan moving air through the compartment, temperatures rise and food spoils. The EAU60694514 is the genuine OEM fan motor for LG refrigerators, driving the evaporator fan blade that circulates cold air from the freezer section through the refrigerator compartment. It directly replaces 17231137. A failed fan motor is one of the most common causes of a warm fridge with a running compressor — and one of the most frequently misdiagnosed as a compressor or refrigerant problem.
⚠️ Symptoms of a Failed Refrigerator Fan Motor
- Refrigerator section warm — freezer cold but fridge not cooling
- Both compartments warming up despite compressor running
- No airflow felt from vents inside the refrigerator or freezer
- Loud humming, buzzing, or squealing noise from inside the freezer wall
- Rattling or grinding noise that changes when freezer door is opened
- Fan blade visible but not spinning when freezer panel is removed
- Frost buildup on evaporator coils — fan not moving air across them
- Food spoiling faster than normal despite correct temperature settings
✓ Part Details
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OEM Part Number: EAU60694514
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Replaces: 17231137
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Part Type: Refrigerator Fan Motor (Evaporator Fan Motor / Freezer Fan Motor / Circulation Fan Motor)
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Function: Drives the evaporator fan blade to circulate cold air from the evaporator coils through the refrigerator and freezer compartments
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Fits: LG refrigerators requiring EAU60694514 or 17231137
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Condition: Genuine OEM — new in manufacturer packaging
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Common Failure Causes: Bearing wear from continuous operation, ice accumulation jamming the fan blade, motor winding failure from age or power surge
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Typical Lifespan: 7–12 years; failures most often caused by ice buildup around the blade or bearing fatigue from continuous high-speed operation
💡 Pro Tip — Check for Ice Jamming the Fan Blade Before Replacing the Motor:
The most common cause of a "failed" evaporator fan motor on LG refrigerators is not a dead motor — it's ice accumulation around the fan blade that physically prevents it from spinning. Before ordering this motor, unplug the refrigerator and manually defrost the freezer compartment for 24–48 hours with the doors open. If the fan runs normally after defrost, the root cause is a failed defrost system (defrost heater, thermal fuse, or defrost control board) — not the fan motor. Replacing the motor without fixing the defrost system means the new motor will ice up and fail again within weeks. Diagnose defrost first, then order the motor if it still doesn't run after full defrost.
⚙️ Installation Notes
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Skill Level: Intermediate — freezer back panel removal required to access the evaporator fan
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Unplug the refrigerator before beginning — do not work on the fan with power connected
- Remove all freezer contents and shelving to access the rear panel
- Remove the evaporator cover panel — typically held by screws along the perimeter
- Disconnect the fan motor wire harness and remove the mounting bracket screws
- Pull the fan blade off the old motor shaft before discarding — the blade transfers to the new motor
- Press the blade firmly onto the new motor shaft — ensure it is fully seated and spins freely without contacting the housing
- Reconnect the harness, reinstall the panel, and restore power
- Listen for smooth, quiet fan operation — any grinding or rattling indicates blade contact with housing
✓ Compatible Models
Fits LG refrigerators requiring EAU60694514 or 17231137. Verify your model number before ordering. Model tag is located inside the refrigerator door frame or on the rear panel. Contact XPart Supply for fitment confirmation.
