LG Thermostat or Temperature Sensor Calibration Fault

Freezer is too cold; food is freezing harder than normal, ice cream rock solid, temperature below setpoint.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Drifted freezer thermistor reading too warm, Faulty main control board not cycling compressor, Stuck relay on PCB, Incorrect temperature setting or demo mode off

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the freezer before accessing sensors or control boards.

  • Verify settings: Check the set temperature on the display. Adjust to a warmer setting and monitor for 24 hours.
  • Check for demo/sabbath modes: Ensure the unit is not in a special mode that alters normal operation (refer to user manual).
  • Test thermistor: If the freezer remains excessively cold, test the freezer thermistor with a multimeter and compare to LG specs. Replace if readings are inaccurate.
  • Inspect control board: If the compressor runs almost constantly even when the interior is very cold, the main PCB relay may be stuck closed and will require replacement.

Persistent overcooling after sensor replacement usually indicates a faulty main control board; professional service is recommended.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Freezer Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)
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