LG Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor Parts — Models & Compatibility

When your LG French door refrigerator starts running warmer than it should—or the freezer's fine but the fridge compartment won't cool—you're likely dealing with a failed evaporator fan motor. This hub covers the EAU61524007 replacement motor that fits dozens of LG refrigerator models, primarily in the LFX and LMX series. This motor circulates cold air from the evaporator coils throughout both compartments, and when it quits, your food starts warming up fast.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

Check your model number on the label inside your refrigerator—usually on the left or right wall near the top, or sometimes inside the fresh food compartment. Match it against the compatibility list below. The EAU61524007 replaces earlier part numbers AP5950081, EAU60694510, and PS10058947, so if you're cross-referencing an old service manual, those numbers all point to this same motor.

About This Replacement Part

The evaporator fan motor sits behind the rear panel in your freezer compartment. It's a DC motor that runs continuously when the compressor's on, pushing air across the evaporator coils and through vents into the refrigerator section. Most failures happen after 5-8 years when the motor bearings wear out or the windings short. You'll hear grinding, squealing, or complete silence where there should be airflow noise. The freezer might still work because it's closest to the coils, but the fridge section depends entirely on that fan pushing cold air down—so when the motor dies, the fridge warms up while the freezer stays cold. It's a telltale sign. This replacement comes with the mounting bracket and wire harness connector, ready to swap in once you remove the freezer's rear access panel.

Common LG Models Using This Motor

This evaporator fan motor fits primarily LG French door refrigerators from the LFX and LMX series manufactured between 2009 and 2018. Check the full compatibility list below—if your model number starts with LFX25, LFX31, LFXC24, LFXS25, LFXS30, LMX30, LMX31, or LMXS30, there's a good chance this is your motor.

Installation Overview

You'll need to empty the freezer and remove shelving to access the rear panel. Unscrew the panel (usually 6-8 screws), disconnect the wire harness from the old motor, remove the mounting screws, and reverse the process with the new motor. The entire job takes about 30 minutes if you've got everything prepped. Make sure to let the fridge sit unplugged for a few minutes before starting—frost buildup on that rear panel melts fast and makes a mess if you're not ready for it.

Price & Warranty

The EAU61524007 motor retails for $80.99 and comes with a standard manufacturer warranty. Given that a service call for this repair typically runs $200-$300 in labor alone, it's a cost-effective DIY fix if you're comfortable working inside your freezer compartment. Just remember to keep that rear panel's screws organized—they're easy to lose in the frost.