Top-freezer refrigerator illustration
Top-freezer refrigerator
⏳ LIFETIME REPAIR COST — Frigidaire FFHT1835VS
Expected lifespan10–15 years
Repairs over its life2–4 typical
Lifetime repair spend$350–$700
Averages out to~$40/year

Common problems & typical repair costs

ProblemLikely causeTypical fixOEM part #Typical cost
Warm, clicking Start relay Replace relay $100–$200
Frost buildup Defrost heater/stat Replace kit $150–$300
Freezing produce Cold control Replace control $100–$240
Water under unit Drain clog/pan Flush drain $80–$180

Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.

Error codes

CodeWhat it means
(No display) Symptom-based

Tech notes

Relay, defrost kit, cold control — memorize those three and you’ve memorized this fridge’s entire service life.

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