{"product_id":"lg-tca38091801-refrigerator-compressor","title":"TCA38091801 LG Refrigerator Compressor – Superseded by TCA38151706","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#1a6b3a 0%,#2d9e5f 100%);padding:28px 24px;text-align:center;margin-bottom:24px;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#fff;font-size:1.1em;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e⚠ This part has been superseded by a newer OEM part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0ffe0;font-size:0.95em;margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eTCA38091801 has been replaced by \u003cstrong\u003eTCA38151706\u003c\/strong\u003e. We recommend ordering the current part for guaranteed fit and full lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tca38151706-refrigerator-compressor-replaces-tca38091801\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:12px 28px;background:#fff;color:#1a6b3a;font-weight:700;font-size:1em;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eOrder TCA38151706 Instead →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.hero-banner{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,0.82) 60%,rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 100%),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:36px 32px;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 28px 0;color:#fff;}\n.hero-banner h2{margin:0 0 6px 0;font-size:1.55em;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.hero-banner .label{display:inline-block;background:#c8a400;color:#000;font-size:0.72em;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;padding:3px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-bottom:12px;}\n.hero-specs{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:14px;}\n.hero-specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,0.13);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.25);border-radius:4px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:0.82em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.pro-tip{background:#1a1a2e;border-left:4px solid #c8a400;padding:16px 20px;border-radius:6px;margin:24px 0;color:#f0f0f0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.6;}\n.pro-tip strong{color:#c8a400;}\n.upsell-box{background:#ffecd1;border-left:4px solid #ff9800;padding:14px 18px;margin:20px 0;border-radius:6px;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eSuperseded OEM Part — See Current Replacement Above\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTCA38091801 LG Refrigerator Compressor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003ePart# TCA38091801\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eSuperseded by TCA38151706\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits LG\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Kenmore\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eLG Refrigerator Not Cooling? TCA38091801 Compressor – Now Superseded by TCA38151706\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you searched for TCA38091801, this is the correct page — but this part number has been superseded by the current OEM replacement TCA38151706.\u003c\/strong\u003e In most LG French door, side-by-side, and bottom-freezer refrigerators, the compressor is the primary cause of complete cooling failure. When it fails, both the fridge and freezer warm up simultaneously and food spoils within hours. \u003cstrong\u003e⚡ Known failure point in LG linear compressor platform refrigerators.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCA38151706\u003c\/strong\u003e is the current OEM replacement that supersedes TCA38091801 with a direct fit and no modification required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e❓ Is This the Right Part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Refrigerator powers on — lights, display, and fans operate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Evaporator fan runs but no cold air reaches compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Refrigerant lines and condenser coils confirmed clear and unobstructed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Start relay confirmed OK (shake test — no rattle = relay likely failed too)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ ONLY problem is compressor not starting, humming briefly then stopping, or no cooling in both compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eSend us your model number\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🔧 Common Symptoms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRefrigerator not cooling — both fridge and freezer warming up simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompressor hums for a few seconds then clicks off — thermal overload tripping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompressor completely silent — no vibration or sound from the back of the unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEvaporator fan running but no cold air circulating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEr FF, Er rF, or compressor fault codes on the display panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRefrigerator runs continuously with no temperature drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ If these symptoms match, the compressor is the most likely failed component in the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Order the current replacement TCA38151706 — it supersedes TCA38091801 with a direct fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Part Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e TCA38091801 (superseded — no longer in production)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent OEM Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tca38151706-refrigerator-compressor-replaces-tca38091801\"\u003eTCA38151706\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e LG Linear Compressor — inverter-driven, variable speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrands:\u003c\/strong\u003e LG, Kenmore (LG-platform)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Required Software Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e CJT30000002 (AP6889673) — required with TCA38151706 installation. Do not power on without completing the software update.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"upsell-box\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Order the Current Part:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  TCA38091801 has been superseded and is no longer manufactured. The current OEM replacement is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tca38151706-refrigerator-compressor-replaces-tca38091801\"\u003eTCA38151706\u003c\/a\u003e, which fits all models that used TCA38091801 with no modification required. Order it with software kit CJT30000002.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: ADVANCED — Professional installation required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Compressor replacement involves recovering and recharging refrigerant (EPA 608 \/ Canadian equivalent certification required). The current replacement TCA38151706 also requires software update kit CJT30000002 — the update must be completed before powering on the refrigerator. Failure to update the software will result in immediate compressor failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Pro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eAlways Order the Current Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Superseded part numbers like TCA38091801 are no longer manufactured — any stock you find is old inventory of unknown age and storage history. The current OEM replacement TCA38151706 is the same direct-fit compressor with updated firmware compatibility. Order it new with the required software kit CJT30000002 for a warranted, reliable repair.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🔗 Model Hub Pages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind part compatibility guides and repair resources for your specific model: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfx25973st-parts\"\u003eLFX25973ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfx25973sb-parts\"\u003eLFX25973SB\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfx28968st-parts\"\u003eLFX28968ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfx28978st-parts\"\u003eLFX28978ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfx29927st-parts\"\u003eLFX29927ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfx31915st-parts\"\u003eLFX31915ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfx31925st-parts\"\u003eLFX31925ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfxs24623s-parts\"\u003eLFXS24623S\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfxs29626s-parts\"\u003eLFXS29626S\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfxs30726s-parts\"\u003eLFXS30726S\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lmx25984st-parts\"\u003eLMX25984ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lmx28988st-parts\"\u003eLMX28988ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lmxs27626s-parts\"\u003eLMXS27626S\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lmxs30746s-parts\"\u003eLMXS30746S\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfc22770st-parts\"\u003eLFC22770ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfc24770st-parts\"\u003eLFC24770ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lfc28768st-parts\"\u003eLFC28768ST\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-ldcs24223s-parts\"\u003eLDCS24223S\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lsxs26326s-parts\"\u003eLSXS26326S\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lg-refrigerator-lsxc22396s-parts\"\u003eLSXC22396S\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50333499425057,"sku":"A1011692G","price":566.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/TCA38151706_R01_C01_fcd91b1b-66c6-4539-ba57-ca83f17214bc.jpg?v=1726748103","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/lg-tca38091801-refrigerator-compressor","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}