GE GTS18GTHWW Repair Guide
GE’s rental grade top freezer. Mechanical cold control, standard defrost system, modest ice maker option. Like all basic top freezers it’s cheap to fix, and the decision math only gets interesting if the compressor goes.
GE GTS18GTHWW is a top freezer refrigerator refrigerator sold 2015 to present. Its most common repair is not cold, clicking, usually $100 to $200.
- 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not cold, clicking | Start relay | Replace relay | not listed | $100 to $200 |
| Frost wall in freezer | Defrost heater/thermostat | Replace pair | not listed | $150 to $320 |
| Runs nonstop | Coils matted or gasket leaking | Clean coils. Gasket | not listed | $0 to $250 |
| Fridge freezes food | Cold control | Replace control | not listed | $100 to $250 |
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
On a box this inexpensive, the compressor is the only failure that justifies replacement, everything else prices like a service call plus a small part.
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.
- Food Safety During a Power Outage FoodSafety.gov (U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services) The 40°F threshold and the 2-hour rule for discarding perishable food.
- 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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