Parts for KRS221LHY1 — Refrigerator
We found 9 parts confirmed to fit the Refrigerator KRS221LHY1.
Same parts list as KRS220RHY1 (Refrigerator). KRS221LHY1 shares an identical confirmed parts list with KRS220RHY1 (Refrigerator). That page is the canonical version of this parts list — use it if you want the primary reference, or stay here since the list below is exactly the same for KRS221LHY1.
Compatibility table
| Part # | Part | Also fits | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 218755401 | Refrigerator Door Handle Set Screw | 17 models | — |
| 216518101 | Refrigerator Light Bulb | 27 models | — |
| 5304460605 | Freezer Screw | 57 models | — |
| 216731001 | Refrigerator Defrost Bi-Metal Thermostat | 218 models | — |
| 216858001 | Freezer Screw 216858001 | 353 models | $11.53 |
| 216744500 | Defrost Timer | 460 models | — |
| 297250000 | Freezer Evaporator Fan Motor | 485 models | — |
| 216730700 | Freezer Defrost Heater 216730700 | 558 models | $76.35 |
| 216325600 | Blade | 1,310 models | — |
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.
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 KRS221LHY1: 218755401 (Refrigerator Door Handle Set Screw), 5304460605 (Freezer Screw), 216858001 (Freezer Screw 216858001).
Interior lighting
Symptom: The interior light doesn't turn on when the door opens.
Check: Confirm power is reaching the socket, then check the door-activated light switch before assuming the bulb itself is at fault.
Parts in this group on KRS221LHY1: 216518101 (Refrigerator Light Bulb).
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 KRS221LHY1: 216731001 (Refrigerator Defrost Bi-Metal Thermostat).
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 KRS221LHY1: 216744500 (Defrost Timer).
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 KRS221LHY1: 297250000 (Freezer Evaporator Fan Motor).
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 KRS221LHY1: 216730700 (Freezer Defrost Heater 216730700), 216325600 (Blade).
Before you buy
Match KRS221LHY1 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.
Other refrigerator models
These model numbers sort close to this one in the catalog for the same appliance type. The brand is not confirmed to match, but the model number range is close.
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