Craig B Yorba Linda , CA July 06, 2015 My 2001 ge refrigerator compressor ran continuously the refrigerator was not cold although the freezer was Replaced the defrost heater and defrost thermostat (they come together as one part). The defrost heater element had burned out likely due to a bumpy ride to a new house. The fix took about 1 hour and now the fridge runs good as new. Part cost only about $70. 5 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours