Compressor is the fridge's heart. When dead, the unit dies. Common faults: burnt start relay, dead capacitor, or end-of-life compressor. Repair possible vs. full replacement.
See if any of these signs match your device — each one increases the likelihood of this fault.
These are the causes we encounter while repairing Refrigerator compressor issues — ranked from most to least common.
Burnt start relay
Dead start capacitor
End-of-life compressor
Internal windings burnt
Overload protector tripping
Power surge damage
Any of the following = a danger signal — call now and don't try to fix it yourself.
On-site diagnosis, clear pricing before any work, and a documented 6-month warranty.