XPARTCO WR55X10942C Refrigerator Control Board
The XPARTCO WR55X10942C is an aftermarket replacement main control board for GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and select Kenmore refrigerators. This board is the central processor for the refrigeration system — it regulates temperature, manages the defrost cycle, and controls compressor operation, coordinating everything that keeps both the fresh food and freezer compartments at the correct temperature. Electrical surges and ordinary long-term wear are both common causes of this board failing.
Manufacturer part number 200D4850G022. A failing control board produces a wide range of symptoms because so many functions run through it: inconsistent or fluctuating temperatures, a refrigerator that runs too warm or too cold, the refrigerator not starting at all, unusual clicking noises as the board misfires relay signals, or ice that melts and refreezes as the defrost cycle malfunctions. It directly replaces WR55X10942, WR55X10942P, WR55X10942CT, WR49X10060, WR55X10024, WR55X10037, WR55X10045, WR55X10056, WR55X10065, WR55X10079, WR55X10083, WR55X10086, WR55X10090, WR55X10097, WR55X10109, WR55X10110, WR55X10151, WR55X10160, WR55X10171, WR55X10174, WR55X10177, WR55X10187, WR55X10188, AP7188100, and PS16729744.
Quick Answer
The XPARTCO WR55X10942C Refrigerator Control Board fixes GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and select Kenmore refrigerators with inconsistent temperatures, a fridge running too warm or too cold, the unit not starting, clicking noises, or ice that melts and refreezes from a malfunctioning defrost cycle. Manufacturer part number 200D4850G022. Replaces WR55X10942, WR55X10942P, WR55X10942CT, WR49X10060, WR55X10024, WR55X10037, WR55X10045, WR55X10056, WR55X10065, WR55X10079, WR55X10083, WR55X10086, WR55X10090, WR55X10097, WR55X10109, WR55X10110, WR55X10151, WR55X10160, WR55X10171, WR55X10174, WR55X10177, WR55X10187, WR55X10188, AP7188100, PS16729744. GE has released many similar-looking control boards across its refrigerator generations — always confirm your exact model number before ordering, since boards that look alike are not always interchangeable.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Refrigerator temperatures fluctuating or running inconsistently
- Refrigerator running too warm or too cold
- Refrigerator not starting at all
- Unusual clicking noises from the refrigerator
- Ice melting and refreezing due to a malfunctioning defrost cycle
- Refrigerator or freezer section not cooling properly
- Symptoms that began suddenly, potentially following an electrical surge
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 control board directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WR55X10942C, WR55X10942, WR55X10942P, WR49X10060, WR55X10065, WR55X10160, WR55X10187, WR55X10328, WR55X10333, WR55X10335, WR55X10336, WR55X10339, WR55X10358, WR55X10366, WR55X10372, WR55X10379, WR55X10381, WR55X10385, WR55X10396, WR55X10413, WR55X10416, WR55X10426, WR55X10427, WR55X10432, WR55X10436, WR55X10456, WR55X10473, WR55X10474, WR55X10523, WR55X10524, WR55X10526, WR55X10529, WR55X10543, WR55X10552, WR55X10554, WR55X10558, WR55X10589, WR55X10597, WR55X10603, WR55X10606, WR55X10614, WR55X10616, WR55X10626, WR55X10656, WR55X10659, WR55X10699, WR55X10712, WR55X10715, WR55X10722, WR55X10942CT, WR55X11036, AP7188100, AGE29813 PD00074367, 200D2259G017, 200D4850G022, 200D4852G018, 200D4852G024, 200D4854G008, 200D4854G013, 200D6221G013, 200D6221G015, 200D6221G016, WKKT 1304-00-70A.
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This control board is compatible with select GE and Hotpoint refrigerators, and also fits select RCA and Kenmore refrigerators built on the GE platform.
Note — many similar-looking boards exist: GE has produced numerous refrigerator main control boards across different generations that can look nearly identical to this one, and not all of them are interchangeable despite the resemblance. Always verify your full refrigerator model number before ordering, rather than matching by appearance alone. Contact our support team with your model number and we will confirm fitment before you order.
Key Features
- Aftermarket replacement main control board — regulates temperature, defrost, and compressor operation
- Resolves "inconsistent temperatures," "won't start," "clicking noises," and "ice melting and refreezing" symptoms caused by control board failure
- Includes built-in defrost controls
- Manufacturer part number 200D4850G022
- Direct drop-in replacement for the original board mounting and harness connectors
- Replaces WR55X10942, WR55X10942P, WR55X10942CT, WR49X10060, and a wide range of earlier WR55X-prefix board numbers listed above
- Compatible with GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and select Kenmore refrigerators
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
- Moderately difficult repair, typically 15 to 45 minutes
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
WR55X10942C |
| OEM Part Number |
WR55X10942C (200D4850G022) |
| Part Type |
Refrigerator Main Control Board |
| Condition |
Aftermarket Replacement |
| Brand |
GE |
| Function |
Regulates temperature, defrost cycle, and compressor operation |
| Repair Difficulty |
Moderate — 15 to 45 minutes |
| Quantity |
1 control board |
| Compatible Brands |
GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Kenmore |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator Before Starting — Handle The Board By Its Edges Unplug the refrigerator or shut off power at the breaker before beginning to avoid electrical hazards. Wear work gloves. Access is typically through a rear cover panel: remove the screws securing the cover to reach the board. Photograph all harness connections before disconnecting anything — this board has multiple connectors, and reconnecting one in the wrong position will cause a malfunction or no-start symptom. Handle the new board by its edges rather than touching the components directly, and avoid working in conditions with static buildup, since these boards can be sensitive to static discharge. Remove the mounting screws, disconnect each harness connector from the old board, and lift it free. Position the replacement WR55X10942C board in the same location, secure it in place, and reconnect all harnesses firmly, matching the original connector locations exactly as photographed. Put the rear cover back on and tighten the screws, then restore power and confirm normal cooling and defrost operation, along with any dispenser or interior lighting behavior your model has. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, nut driver, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
My refrigerator temperature keeps fluctuating for no clear reason. Is this the control board?
It's a strong possibility, especially if you've already ruled out simpler causes like a door seal that isn't sealing properly or a condenser coil that needs cleaning. Since this board regulates both temperature and the defrost cycle together, a failing board can cause the refrigerator to swing between too warm and too cold as it struggles to manage the system correctly.
Could a power surge have caused this failure?
Yes, this is a documented and common cause of control board failure. Electrical surges, including those from storms or grid fluctuations, can damage the board's circuitry outright, leading to sudden symptom onset. If your refrigerator's issues started abruptly, especially after a storm or power event, this board is a reasonable first suspect.
There are so many similar GE control board part numbers. How do I make sure I'm ordering the right one?
This is a real and common point of confusion, since GE has released many visually similar boards across different refrigerator generations that are not all interchangeable. The safest approach is to match your refrigerator's full model number against this listing's compatibility rather than relying on how similar a board looks to your old one. If you're at all unsure, send us your model number and we'll confirm fitment before you order.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine GE OEM part, but is manufactured to match the processor, relay switching, defrost control circuitry, and harness connector configuration of the original WR55X10942C control board used in compatible GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and Kenmore refrigerators.
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