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.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warm, clicking every few minutes | Start relay/overload | Replace relay | — | $100–$200 |
| Frost buildup, fading cool | Defrost heater or thermostat | Replace defrost kit | — | $150–$300 |
| Freezing lettuce | Cold control drift | Replace control | — | $100–$240 |
| Loud freezer buzz | Evaporator fan | Replace fan | — | $140–$280 |
| Water under unit | Drain clog or cracked pan | Flush drain / new pan | — | $80–$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–$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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