WR60X10318 Genuine OEM GE Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor
The WR60X10318 is a genuine GE OEM evaporator fan motor assembly used in side-by-side refrigerators, complete with an integrated 2-wire thermistor built right into its 6-pin wiring harness. This motor draws air across the evaporator coil and circulates it through both the fresh food and freezer compartments, while the built-in thermistor reports temperature back to the control board so it can regulate cooling accurately. Because the thermistor and fan motor arrive as a single assembly, a fault in either function shows up together, and replacing this one part addresses both.
The harness and plug measure approximately 13-7/8" in length. Common failure causes include worn motor bearings that eventually seize the shaft entirely, debris or ice buildup around the fan blade, and general electrical wear over time. On this side-by-side platform, a classic failure sequence is a bearing that starts out noisy, then progressively worsens until the motor freezes up completely — once the fan stops moving air, the evaporator coil often ices over heavily since moisture keeps accumulating with nowhere for the resulting cold air to go. Symptoms include unusual noise from the freezer, inconsistent or warm temperatures in either compartment, visible frost buildup on the coil, and a refrigerator that runs continuously trying to compensate. It directly replaces AP4981643, PS3487992, EAP3487992, and 1812462.
Quick Answer
The WR60X10318 Genuine OEM GE Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor fixes GE side-by-side refrigerators with unusual noise from the freezer, warm or inconsistent temperatures, frost or ice buildup on the evaporator coil, or a refrigerator running constantly. Complete assembly with integrated 2-wire thermistor on a 6-pin, 13-7/8" harness. Replaces AP4981643, PS3487992, EAP3487992, 1812462. Not the same part as our WR60X10307 or WR60X10185 listings — those are separate motors for different GE refrigerator platforms.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Unusual noise — grinding, buzzing, or humming — coming from the freezer compartment
- Inconsistent or warm temperatures in the fresh food or freezer compartment, or both
- Visible frost or ice buildup on the evaporator coil
- Refrigerator running continuously as it struggles to maintain temperature
- Fan motor bearing noise that has progressively worsened, sometimes ending in the motor seizing entirely
- Freezer icing over heavily while temperatures in both compartments climb
- Fan blade that doesn't spin freely, or doesn't spin at all, when checked by hand
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This refrigerator evaporator fan motor directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WR60X10318, AP4981643, AGE29310, OEM14944938, PD00023381, PS3487992, EAP3487992, 1812462
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This evaporator fan motor is compatible with select GE side-by-side refrigerators, and also fits select Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, Café, and Kenmore refrigerators built on the GE platform. In rare instances, this part is also referenced for compatibility with some LG models.
Note: GE uses several different evaporator fan motors across its refrigerator lineup. This WR60X10318 assembly is a separate part from our WR60X10307 and WR60X10185 listings, which serve different model platforms and have their own distinct cross-reference numbers. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure which fan motor your refrigerator needs.
Key Features
- Genuine GE OEM part — factory-specified motor, blade, and integrated thermistor design
- Complete assembly — includes the fan motor plus a 2-wire thermistor built into the 6-pin harness
- Resolves "unusual noise from the freezer," "warm or inconsistent temperatures," "frost or ice buildup," and "runs continuously" symptoms caused by fan motor failure
- Approximately 13-7/8" harness and plug length
- Direct drop-in replacement matching the original mounting and blade fitment
- Replaces AP4981643, PS3487992, EAP3487992, and 1812462
- Genuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance
- DIY-friendly repair, though side-by-side units can have tight working clearance around the fan
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
WR60X10318 |
| Part Type |
Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor Assembly (with Thermistor) |
| Condition |
Genuine OEM |
| Brand |
GE |
| Application |
Side-by-Side Refrigerators |
| Integrated Component |
2-wire thermistor built into the wiring harness |
| Harness Connector |
6-pin |
| Harness/Plug Length |
Approx. 13-7/8 in. |
| Production Numbers |
197D4964G011, FDQT26GE7 |
| Quantity |
1 fan motor assembly |
| Compatible Brands |
GE, Hotpoint, Haier, Monogram, Café, Kenmore |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator Before Starting — Side-by-Side Units May Have Tight Clearance Disconnect power at the outlet before beginning, and move perishable food to a cooler for the duration of the repair. Wear work gloves. On side-by-side models, access can be tight: you may need to remove the rear interior panel, the ice maker, and a fan cover to reach the motor, so budget extra time and patience compared to a simpler platform. If the evaporator coil is heavily iced over, let the unit sit unplugged with the door open for several hours, or run a manual defrost, before continuing — ice can make the old motor difficult to remove cleanly and may be masking the actual point of failure. Photograph the 6-pin wiring harness connector and the fan blade's orientation before disconnecting anything. Remove the mounting screws holding the fan assembly in place, unplug the wiring harness connector, and slide the old assembly out of its housing. Slide the new WR60X10318 assembly into the same housing, secure it with the mounting screws, and reconnect the harness connector fully. Confirm the blade spins freely by hand without contacting the housing before reassembling the fan cover, ice maker, and rear panel. Restore power, open the door to test the fan, and monitor both compartments over the next 24 hours to confirm even, consistent cooling has returned. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, 1/4" and 5/16" nut drivers, work gloves, and a headlamp or flashlight for visibility in tight spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
My freezer is heavily iced over and both compartments are warm. Is this the fan motor?
Yes, this is a very common failure sequence on this platform. Once the evaporator fan motor's bearings wear out and the motor slows or seizes, air stops circulating away from the coil, moisture keeps condensing on it, and ice builds up heavily. Once that happens, both the freezer and fresh food compartments typically lose cooling together, since neither is getting circulated cold air anymore. Thawing the ice and confirming the fan motor doesn't spin freely by hand will confirm this diagnosis.
Does this include the thermistor, or do I need to buy that separately?
It's included. This assembly ships with a 2-wire thermistor built directly into the 6-pin wiring harness, so you don't need to source or install a separate thermistor component — replacing this one part addresses both the fan motor and the thermistor together.
Why is access so tight on my side-by-side refrigerator?
Side-by-side refrigerators tend to pack components more tightly than French door or top-freezer models, and this evaporator fan often sits behind the ice maker and a dedicated fan cover in addition to the rear interior panel. Removing all of these takes more time than a simpler platform, but the fan motor itself installs the same straightforward way once you have access — a headlamp or flashlight helps considerably in the tighter space.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by GE to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It includes the same motor design, fan blade, integrated thermistor, and 6-pin harness configuration as the evaporator fan motor assembly originally installed in your side-by-side refrigerator.
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