XPARTCO W10316760 Refrigerator Thermistor Sensor
The XPARTCO W10316760 is an aftermarket replacement temperature thermistor compatible with a wide range of Whirlpool-built refrigerators sold under the Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, and Magic Chef brands. The thermistor sits inside the fresh food or freezer compartment and continuously reports internal temperature back to the electronic control board, which uses that reading to cycle the compressor, evaporator fan, and damper to keep the compartment in range. When the thermistor drifts out of calibration or fails outright, the control board loses an accurate temperature signal and the refrigerator commonly responds with erratic cooling, a warmer-than-normal compartment, food freezing when it shouldn't, or a flashing/blank temperature display.
This XPARTCO version is built with a quick-connect mounting clip, so it plugs in without cutting or splicing wires — unlike the genuine Whirlpool OEM part, which ships as a splice-in kit requiring you to cut the old thermistor's leads and join the new ones with included wire connectors. It directly replaces W10316760, WPW10323459, W10323459, 12791417, 12791417SP, 12791419SP, 1876627, W10280385, W10280386, W10308052, W10316760VP, W10438639, W10438761, W10452402, AH2580944, AP4538142, AWP40532, EA2580944, EAP2580944, PD00006590, PS2580944, and additional cross-reference numbers listed below. Installs in 15–30 minutes with basic hand tools.
Quick Answer
The XPARTCO W10316760 Refrigerator Thermistor Sensor fixes Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, and Magic Chef refrigerators that are running warm, running constantly, freezing food unexpectedly, or showing a flashing/blank temperature display. This version uses a quick-connect clip — no wire cutting or splicing like the genuine Whirlpool splice-kit version requires. Replaces W10316760, WPW10323459, W10323459, 12791417, 12791417SP, 12791419SP, 1876627, W10280385, W10280386, W10308052, W10316760VP, W10438639, W10438761, W10452402, AH2580944, AP4538142, AWP40532, EA2580944, EAP2580944, PD00006590, PS2580944. Classic symptom: fridge or freezer running warmer than the setting, or running nonstop.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Refrigerator or freezer running noticeably warmer than the temperature setting
- Fridge running constantly and never cycling off
- Temperature display flashing, showing dashes, or displaying an error code
- Food freezing in the fresh food compartment when it shouldn't be
- Compressor and fans not cycling normally, or running nonstop
- Inconsistent or swinging temperature readings on the display
- One compartment (fridge or freezer) running warm while the other stays normal
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This refrigerator thermistor directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
W10316760, WPW10323459, W10323459, 12791417, 12791417SP, 12791419SP, 1876627, W10280385, W10280386, W10308052, W10316760VP, W10438639, W10438761, W10452402, AH2580944, AP4538142, AWP40532, EA2580944, EAP2580944, PD00006590, PS2580944
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This thermistor is used across a wide range of Whirlpool-built refrigerators from the following brands:
- Whirlpool refrigerators (including WRF535SMBM00, WRX735SDBM00, and related French door / side-by-side models)
- KitchenAid refrigerators (including KBFS22EWBL1, KBFS22EWMS1, KBFS22EWMS3, KBFS22EWMS5, KBFS22EWMS7, KBFS22EWWH1)
- Maytag refrigerators (select Whirlpool-built models, including KRFF302ESS)
- Jenn-Air refrigerators (select Whirlpool-built models, including MFI2269VEM)
- Amana refrigerators (select models)
- Inglis refrigerators (select models)
- Magic Chef refrigerators (select models)
Note: Many of these refrigerators use separate thermistors for the fresh food and freezer compartments, so confirm which sensor location your model uses before ordering — appearance can be similar across positions. Always verify your appliance model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Direct-fit replacement refrigerator temperature thermistor — reports compartment temperature to the electronic control board
- Resolves "running warm," "running constantly," "freezing food," and "flashing display" symptoms caused by thermistor failure
- Quick-connect mounting clip — no wire cutting or splicing required
- Matches OEM electrical resistance curve for accurate temperature sensing
- Approximate lead length ~5 inches
- Replaces W10316760, WPW10323459, W10323459, 12791417, 12791417SP, 12791419SP, 1876627, W10280385, W10280386, W10308052, W10316760VP, W10438639, W10438761, W10452402, AH2580944, AP4538142, AWP40532, EA2580944, EAP2580944, PD00006590, PS2580944, and additional cross-reference numbers
- Compatible with Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, and Magic Chef refrigerators
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
- Quick DIY repair — installs in 15–30 minutes with basic hand tools
Product Specifications
| Part Number | XPW10316760 |
| OEM Part Number | W10316760 |
| Part Type | Refrigerator Temperature Thermistor / Sensor |
| Condition | Aftermarket Replacement |
| Application | Whirlpool-Built Refrigerators (Fresh Food / Freezer Compartment) |
| Mounting | Quick-connect clip (no splicing) |
| Approx. Lead Length | ~5 inches (may vary by model) |
| Compatible Brands | Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, Magic Chef |
Installation Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as the genuine Whirlpool W10316760 thermistor?
It's a direct-fit aftermarket equivalent, not the genuine Whirlpool part. The key functional difference is installation: the genuine OEM version ships as a splice-in kit requiring you to cut the old wires and use included splice connectors, while this XPARTCO version has a quick-connect clip that simply plugs in — no splicing tools needed.
Will this fit my refrigerator?
W10316760 and its cross-reference numbers span a wide range of Whirlpool-built models across several brands. Confirm fit using your refrigerator's exact model number before ordering, since visually similar thermistors are used across different platforms and compartment locations. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
My fridge is warm but the freezer is fine (or vice versa) — could this part be the cause?
Yes. Most of these refrigerators use separate thermistors for the fresh food and freezer compartments, so a single failed sensor can cause one section to run warm while the other stays normal. Confirm which sensor location your model uses before ordering.
Do I need any tools to install this?
Basic hand tools to access the interior panel (typically a nut driver or screwdriver) plus needle-nose pliers to release the old mounting clip. Because this version uses a plug-style connector, no wire strippers, cutters, or splice connectors are needed — unlike the genuine OEM splice-kit version.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Whirlpool OEM part, but is manufactured to match the electrical resistance curve, mounting position, and temperature-sensing function of the original W10316760 thermistor used in compatible Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, and Magic Chef refrigerators.
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