Fridge Not Cooling? Whirlpool Refrigerator Compressor W11557425 – Fix No-Cool Fast

If your Whirlpool-platform French door refrigerator has stopped cooling entirely or the compressor is not running, the compressor has failed. In most Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Maytag French door refrigerators, this is caused by a failed compressor. When it fails, the refrigerator loses all cooling capacity — both the fridge and freezer compartments warm up, food spoils, and the unit runs silently with no compressor hum or vibration. ⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-platform French door refrigerators built from 2018 onward. Part W11557425 is the genuine OEM replacement compressor that restores full refrigeration and freezer cooling immediately.

⚠️ Fittings Required: If you also need the refrigerant line fittings, order W11506621, W11504416, W11504431, and W11506635 separately.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Refrigerator powers on — lights work, control panel is active
• ✔ Fans are running — you can hear airflow in the fridge or freezer
• ✔ Defrost system is not the issue — no excessive frost buildup on evaporator
• ✔ ONLY problem is no cooling in both compartments and compressor is silent or clicking off on overload

Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Refrigerator not cooling — both fridge and freezer are warm
• Compressor is silent — no hum, vibration, or startup click
• Compressor clicks on briefly then shuts off (thermal overload tripping)
• Compressor runs but refrigerant pressure is not building (internal failure)
• Food spoiling rapidly despite normal-looking controls
• Unit runs continuously with no temperature drop

✔ If these symptoms match, the compressor is the most likely failed component in the sealed system.

✔ In most cases, replacing the compressor with W11557425 restores full cooling to both compartments.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: W11557425
• Type: Refrigerator linear/inverter compressor — sealed system component
• Replaces: W11484639, W11573165
• Brands: Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, JennAir
• Weight: ~50 lbs — freight handling recommended
• Sold: Individually (compressor only — fittings sold separately)

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: ADVANCED — 2 to 4 hours. EPA 608 certification required to handle refrigerants. Disconnect power and allow the refrigerator to warm completely before opening the sealed system. Recovery of existing refrigerant must be performed by a certified technician using approved recovery equipment. Remove the old compressor, install W11557425, replace the filter drier and fittings, evacuate the system to deep vacuum, and recharge with the correct refrigerant type and weight per the unit's data plate. Restore power and verify compressor startup and temperature drop within 30–60 minutes.

✓ Compatible Models

Confirmed compatible with KRFC300EBS05, KRFC300ESS07, KRFC302EBS06, KRFC302ESS06, WRX735SDHB07, WRX735SDHW07, WRS571CIHB05, WRS571CIHW05, JFC2089BEP07, MFC2062FEZ10 plus additional Whirlpool-platform French door models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.

💡 Pro Tip

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages