Frigidaire FFTR1814TW Repair Guide
The apartment special, one of the most installed refrigerators in American rental units. Bare bones design, universal parts, and a repair profile you can memorize. Relay, defrost kit, cold control, done.
Frigidaire FFTR1814TW is a top freezer refrigerator refrigerator sold 2017 to present. Its most common repair is warm, clicking every few minutes, usually $100 to $200.
- 5 common problems with causes, fixes and costs below.
- 1 error code decoded.
- A refrigerator like this lasts about 10 to 15 years.
- Check the model and serial tag before you order any part.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warm, clicking every few minutes | Start relay/overload | Replace relay | not listed | $100 to $200 |
| Frost buildup, fading cool | Defrost heater or thermostat | Replace defrost kit | not listed | $150 to $300 |
| Freezing lettuce | Cold control drift | Replace control | not listed | $100 to $240 |
| Loud freezer buzz | Evaporator fan | Replace fan | not listed | $140 to $280 |
| Water under unit | Drain clog or cracked pan | Flush drain / new pan | not listed | $80 to $180 |
Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.
Error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| (No display) | Symptom based diagnosis |
Tech notes
Landlord math. Every common failure on this box repairs for $100 to $300, and the whole fridge replaces for ~$700, so it gets fixed until the compressor says otherwise.
Sources
Where the safety, regulatory and warranty claims on this page come from. Repair costs are our own figures based on Arizona market rates and OEM parts pricing.
- Stationary Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Section 608) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant handling rules and the certification required to open a sealed system.
- Section 608 Technician Certification U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Which certification type covers household refrigerators and freezers.
Cost guides for this machine’s common repairs
DIY step by step instructions for this model
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