W11455373 Refrigerator Evaporator Fan - XPart Supply
W11455373 Refrigerator Evaporator Fan - XPart Supply
W11455373 Refrigerator Evaporator Fan - XPart Supply
W11455373 Refrigerator Evaporator Fan - XPart Supply
Whirlpool Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor - Genuine OEM W11455373

Whirlpool Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor - Genuine OEM W11455373

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$308.45
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$370
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XPart Number: 9665586102561   |   GTIN: 31232313332534

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Professional Repair Time: 20–30 minutes

DIY Repair Time: 30–45 minutes

Difficulty Rating: Moderate (3/5) — Requires unplugging refrigerator, emptying freezer, removing evaporator cover panel, disconnecting wire harness, removing fan motor mounting hardware, installing new fan motor, reconnecting wiring, reassembling cover panel, verifying fan operation and proper cooling.

  • Refrigerator section not cooling / running warm
  • Freezer cold but fridge section warm
  • Inconsistent temperatures in refrigerator
  • Temperature fluctuates in fridge compartment
  • Frost buildup on freezer back wall
  • Ice forming on evaporator coils
  • Loud humming or buzzing noise from freezer
  • Grinding or squealing noise from freezer area
  • Clicking noise from behind freezer panel
  • Fan not running when door is closed
  • Food spoiling faster than normal
  • Refrigerator runs constantly but doesn't cool
  • Noise stops when freezer door is opened (fan turns off)
  • Fan blade hitting ice or obstruction
  • Condensation inside refrigerator compartment
  • Freezer working fine but fridge is warm

Item #16 in diagram.

W11101594

Whirlpool

Fits Models: (Ctrl+F and Enter Your Model Number)

WRQA59CNKZ

  1. Unplug the refrigerator – Disconnect power from the outlet for safety.
  2. Empty the freezer – Remove all food and shelves/baskets from the freezer compartment to access the rear panel.
  3. Remove the evaporator cover – Locate the rear panel inside the freezer (covers the evaporator coils). Remove the screws securing the panel — typically 4–8 Phillips head screws.
  4. Carefully remove the panel – Gently pull the evaporator cover forward. It may have clips or be frozen in place — work carefully to avoid breaking it.
  5. Locate the evaporator fan – Find the fan motor mounted near the evaporator coils, typically at the top or side of the evaporator housing.
  6. Check for ice buildup – If there's ice around the fan or coils, allow it to thaw before proceeding, or use a hair dryer on low heat.
  7. Take a photo – Document the wire connections and fan orientation before removal.
  8. Disconnect the wire harness – Unplug the electrical connector from the fan motor.
  9. Remove mounting hardware – Unscrew or unclip the fan motor from its mounting bracket.
  10. Remove old fan motor – Take out the old evaporator fan motor assembly.
  11. Install new fan motor – Position the new W11455373 fan motor in the mounting bracket and secure with screws or clips.
  12. Connect wire harness – Plug the electrical connector into the new fan motor.
  13. Verify fan blade clearance – Ensure the fan blade spins freely without hitting anything.
  14. Reinstall evaporator cover – Replace the rear panel and secure with all screws.
  15. Reinstall shelves and food – Return shelves, baskets, and food to the freezer.
  16. Restore power – Plug the refrigerator back in.
  17. Test operation – Close the freezer door and listen for the fan to start running. Check that cold air is circulating in both compartments within 15–30 minutes.

Before replacing the fan, verify it's the problem. With the refrigerator plugged in, open the freezer door and press the door switch (the button that controls the light) to simulate a closed door. Listen for the evaporator fan — you should hear it running from behind the rear panel. If you hear nothing, humming without spinning, or grinding/squealing, the fan motor has failed. If the fan is frozen in place due to ice buildup, the underlying issue may be a defrost system problem (defrost heater, thermostat, or timer/control board) — fix the defrost issue or the new fan will freeze up again. When installing the new fan, ensure the wire harness is routed properly and not pinched. If the fan blade is separate from the motor, make sure it's installed in the correct orientation for proper airflow direction. After installation, give the refrigerator 24 hours to stabilize temperatures before adjusting settings.


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W11455373 Whirlpool Refrigerator Evaporator Fan – Fix Your Fridge That's Not Cooling, Running Warm, or Making Loud Noises

The essential fix for a Whirlpool refrigerator that's not cooling properly, has a warm fresh food compartment, makes loud humming, buzzing, or grinding noises from the freezer, or has frost buildup on the back wall. The evaporator fan is the critical component that circulates cold air from the evaporator coils throughout both the freezer and refrigerator compartments. When this fan fails — due to a burned-out motor, worn bearings, or frozen fan blades — cold air can't circulate properly, causing the refrigerator section to warm up while the freezer may still be cold, inconsistent temperatures throughout, frost buildup on the evaporator coils, or loud noises from the freezer area. If your freezer is cold but the refrigerator section is warm, you hear unusual noises from behind the freezer panel, or the fan doesn't run when the door is closed — the evaporator fan motor has likely failed. This genuine OEM Whirlpool part directly replaces W11101594, W10843055, W10838710, and W10743052. Fits Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, JennAir, and Kenmore refrigerators. Moderate 30–45 minute DIY repair that restores proper cooling and air circulation.

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Item #16 in diagram.

Whirlpool

W11101594

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WRQA59CNKZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my freezer cold but my refrigerator section is warm?

This is the classic symptom of a failed evaporator fan motor. The evaporator coils (which create the cold) are located in the freezer section. The evaporator fan blows air across these coils and circulates it throughout both the freezer and refrigerator compartments. When the fan stops working, cold air stays trapped in the freezer area and can't reach the refrigerator section — so the freezer stays cold but the fridge warms up. You may also notice frost buildup on the freezer back wall or hear unusual noises (or no noise at all) from behind the rear panel. Replacing the evaporator fan motor restores proper air circulation and cooling to both compartments.


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