Whirlpool Refrigerator Repair – SALEM, OH (106.51129212)

A Salem homeowner called about LED lights that only flickered in both the fridge and freezer compartments of their 6-year-old Kenmore double door refrigerator. While everything else worked great, the flickering lights made it difficult to see inside. We found failed light modules in both sections that needed replacement.

The Problem

The customer bought this Kenmore double door fridge about 6 years ago, and after about a year or 2 the LED lights now only flicker in fridge and freezer. Everything else works great.

Diagnosis

Both the fresh food and freezer light modules had failed, causing the flickering LED behavior. These modules control the LED lighting circuits and when they malfunction, the lights can flicker, dim, or fail completely while the refrigerator continues to operate normally.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: WPW10515058 — light modules for both fresh food and freezer sections
• Work performed: Replaced ff and fr light modules
• Result: Both compartments now have steady, bright LED lighting

Is It Worth Repairing?

For a 6-year-old refrigerator that’s cooling properly, replacing failed light modules is definitely worthwhile. These Whirlpool-manufactured units (sold under the Kenmore brand) are built to last 12-15 years with proper maintenance, so this repair should provide many more years of reliable service.

Maintenance Tips for Whirlpool Refrigerators

• Clean the condenser coils every 6 months — dirty coils make the compressor work harder and can lead to premature failure
• Replace the water filter every 6 months or when the indicator light appears to maintain proper water flow and ice production
• Keep door seals clean and check for tears — damaged seals let warm air in, making the unit work harder

Appliance Repair in Salem, OH

Salem is in Columbiana County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Carrollton, Alliance, and East Palestine. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.