Hotpoint Fridge Freezer Compressor

The sealed pump at the heart of the cooling system that circulates refrigerant to keep the fridge and freezer cold.

Signs it has failed

• The fridge and freezer are warm and no cooling starts
• A loud humming, clicking or a compressor that will not start
• The compressor starts and then switches off repeatedly
• The compressor casing is very hot

Check before you buy

• Check the supply, thermostat, start relay and overload first, since they cause the same symptoms
• Listen for a click from the relay that does not result in the compressor running
• Do not attempt to open the sealed system

What replacing it fixes: if the signs above match your fridge freezer and the checks point to this part, fitting a new one should clear those faults. If the symptoms continue, the cause is elsewhere (a control board, a sensor or a blocked vent or hose).

How to replace it

1. A compressor is part of a sealed refrigerant system. Replacing one needs a qualified refrigeration engineer with the equipment to recover and refill the refrigerant
2. Before booking, check the start relay and thermostat, which are easy and far cheaper
3. If the compressor has failed, compare the repair cost with replacing the appliance

Guide steps are typical for this type of part. Layouts differ between models, so follow your own manual where it differs.

Getting the right part

Compressors are matched to the model and refrigerant. Match the part number and your model number, and note that fitting one is not a DIY job.

Part numbers listed for Hotpoint fridge freezer compressor

These are manufacturer part numbers that a UK spares retailer lists as Hotpoint fridge freezer compressor parts (checked 2026-10-29). Fit is per model: a number here is a lead to check against your own rating plate, not a promise it fits your machine. Searching the exact number is the most reliable way to find the right part.

Some numbers are used across Hotpoint, Indesit, Creda and other Whirlpool-group brands. Numbers starting C00 are the Hotpoint/Indesit manufacturer reference format. If your old part has a number printed on it, match that first.

Find it on Amazon

This opens an Amazon search for the part so you see what is in stock for your model today. Look for your model number in the listing title or the “compatible models” section, and prefer sellers who state it explicitly.

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