Parts for 181030 — Whirlpool Refrigerator
We found 14 parts confirmed to fit the Whirlpool Refrigerator 181030.
Compatibility table
| Part # | Part | Also fits | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| WP68601 | Cold Control Thermostat | 30 models | $134.56 |
| WP61006073 | Control Knob | 30 models | $34.74 |
| WP52085 | Defrost Thermostat - With Wire and Clip | 30 models | $76.17 |
| WP61004743 | Refrigerator Bracket Grommet | 30 models | $10.19 |
| WP10097202 | Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay | 30 models | $66.77 |
| WPB5705307 | Refrigerator Plastic Tubing | 30 models | $9.18–$17.15 |
| WP324838048 | Refrigerator Screw | 30 models | $7.47 |
| WP400021 | Refrigerator Screw | 30 models | $12.20 |
| WPM0114003 | Refrigerator Speed Clamp Clip | 30 models | $11.77 |
| D7824706Q | Replacement Ice Maker | 30 models | $78.16–$95.17 |
| WP61005273 | Single Outlet Water Valve | 30 models | $60.51 |
| WP487627 | TRIM, MIDDLE CLEAR CT27N | 30 models | $11.77 |
| WP60106 | Defrost Heater | 60 models | $69.91–$79.63 |
| WP68233 | Defrost Timer | 60 models | $116.49–$120.65 |
Prices shown are an informational reference range only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly. Each part links to an Amazon search so you can compare current listings yourself.
Common failure areas on this model
The confirmed parts above group into a handful of failure areas. Here is what each points to and how to check it before you order anything.
Heat control (thermostats, fuses, heating element)
Symptom: The refrigerator's temperature reads inconsistently, or the compressor and defrost cycle seem out of step with how warm or cold it actually is inside.
Check: A thermistor that has drifted or failed reports the wrong temperature to the control board, so compare the compartment's actual temperature to what the display or dial shows.
Parts in this group on 18103-0: WP68601 (Cold Control Thermostat), WP52085 (Defrost Thermostat - With Wire and Clip).
Storage, trim and cosmetic hardware
Symptom: A cracked shelf, broken door bin, worn hinge, or missing trim piece -- cosmetic and storage wear rather than a functional breakdown.
Check: Match the physical dimensions and mounting tabs of the old part before ordering; these pieces are often model-specific even between visually similar models.
Parts in this group on 18103-0: WP61006073 (Control Knob), WP61004743 (Refrigerator Bracket Grommet), WPB5705307 (Refrigerator Plastic Tubing), WP324838048 (Refrigerator Screw), WP400021 (Refrigerator Screw), WPM0114003 (Refrigerator Speed Clamp Clip), WP487627 (TRIM, MIDDLE CLEAR CT27N).
Cooling system (compressor, condenser, evaporator)
Symptom: The refrigerator or freezer runs warm, the compressor cycles on and off rapidly, or frost builds up heavily inside.
Check: Listen for the compressor and condenser fan actually running, feel the condenser coils for heat, and check the evaporator coil for an ice layer that blocks airflow.
Parts in this group on 18103-0: WP10097202 (Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay).
Ice maker and dispenser system
Symptom: No ice production, a jammed dispenser chute, or water leaking into the ice bin.
Check: Confirm water is actually reaching the icemaker (check the inlet valve and fill tube for a freeze-up), and check that the auger or dispenser motor turns freely without binding.
Parts in this group on 18103-0: D7824706Q (Replacement Ice Maker).
General hardware and mounting parts
Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.
Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.
Parts in this group on 18103-0: WP61005273 (Single Outlet Water Valve), WP60106 (Defrost Heater).
Controls, timers and wiring
Symptom: The control board or display isn't responding, temperature settings won't change, or the unit won't power on at all.
Check: Look for burn marks or a burnt smell near the board or terminals, and check whether buttons and knobs respond -- a unit that powers on but won't cycle often traces back to this group.
Parts in this group on 18103-0: WP68233 (Defrost Timer).
Before you buy
Match 181030 exactly against the model and serial plate on the appliance itself before ordering anything — a single mismatched character can point to a different production run with different parts. Then check the part number printed or stamped on the part you are replacing against the part numbers in the table above; the printed number is the most reliable way to confirm fitment when a model has gone through multiple production runs. RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly — every part link above routes to an Amazon search for that part number so you can compare current listings and sellers yourself.
How to confirm this is your model
On most refrigerators, the model and serial plate sits inside on a side wall or behind the bottom grille. Match every character exactly, including letters and dashes at the end — appliance model numbers often have similar prefixes but different suffixes for different production runs.
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