Thermostat
Replaces WR50X27
Reads or limits temperature. A failed one can stop the heat or let it run too hot.
Fan motor
Replaces WR60X77
A noisy or stopped fan means poor airflow and uneven temperatures.
Light switch
Door, lid and control switches stop a cycle when they fail.
1ThermostatWR50X60
2Fan motorWR60X177
3Light switchWR23X136Part numbers come from the Sears PartsDirect parts list for the Hotpoint FVF16CVC (view the list), checked November 15, 2026. Amazon buttons open a search for the part number; we may earn a commission.
Where the model number is
Upright freezers: inside, on a side wall near the top. Chest freezers: on the back or on the side near the lid hinge.