How long will food stay safe?

A closed cabinet holds for a few hours. A refrigerator holds food safely at 40 °F (4 °C) or below, so move perishables to a cooler.

What maintenance actually matters?

Vacuuming the condenser coil, keeping the internal vents clear, and flushing the defrost drain if water appears under the drawers.

Are these repairs owner work?

Most of the common ones are. The sealed system is licensed work, and the evaporator cover is worth a technician.

Which models does this cover?

Those in the table on this page. Match your own number there before ordering any part.

What fails first on this family?

The defrost cycle. A stalled defrost is what most warm-cabinet complaints turn out to be, and it is among the cheaper faults.

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Brand=Bangson|Family=Bangson-Refrigerator-Usbsr|Appliance=Refrigerator7 min read

Bangson USBSR Refrigerator Problems

Sarah Chen·Lead Appliance Repair Technician

2026-09-23·7 min read·EPA 608 Universal

Table of Contents

What this family is

The USBSR line covers the refrigerator models in the table below. The faults that dominate a cabinet of this kind are airflow faults rather than refrigerant ones: a stalled defrost and a stopped fan account for most of what is reported.

Problems on these models, and where each is covered

A new or growing noise — A sound that stops when the freezer door opens is that fan; one that carries on is behind the lower rear panel. Covered on the Bangson USBSR Refrigerator: Abnormal Noise or Vibration page. — Slug: bangson-bangson-refrigerator-usbsr-refrigerator-abnormal-noise
Warm cabinet, unit still running — Cold is being made and not delivered — usually a frost sheet on the freezer rear wall or a silent evaporator fan. Covered on the Bangson USBSR Refrigerator: Not Cooling or Not Freezing page. — Slug: bangson-bangson-refrigerator-usbsr-refrigerator-cooling-failure
No ice, or poor ice — No ice at all points upstream — supply, filter, bail arm. Small or hollow cubes mean water arrives and something is short. Covered on the Bangson USBSR Refrigerator: Ice Maker Fault page. — Slug: bangson-bangson-refrigerator-usbsr-refrigerator-ice-production

Problem classes in order on the USBSR line

A new or growing noise — Leads the list: an evaporator under ice starves every compartment of air, and the defrost cycle stalls quietly rather than failing outright.
Warm cabinet, unit still running — Second: water that has lost its route out, appearing under the drawers or on the floor once the drain blocks.
No ice, or poor ice — Third: noise, usually a fan meeting ice or the cabinet passing vibration into the furniture beside it.

Models in the USBSR family

Reference

Model number	Family key
US-BSR-001	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-002	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-003	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-004	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-005	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-006	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0075	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-00753	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-00754	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-00755	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-00756	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0075SL	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-009	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-017	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-017-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0176	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0178	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-018	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-019	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-019-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0196	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0198	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-026	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-028	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-028-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-028WH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-036	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-038	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-038WH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-102	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-102-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-102A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-103	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-104	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-105	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-106	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-107	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-108	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-109	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200RE	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200WH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200WH-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-201	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-203	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-204	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-205	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-207	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-302	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-303	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-304	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-305	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-306	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-307	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-308	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-309	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-310	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-311	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-600	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-601	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-602	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-603	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-610	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-610VX	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-610VXRE	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-610VXWH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-611	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-612	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-613	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-620	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-620VX	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-620VXRE	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-620VXWH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-621	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-625VX	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-628VX	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr

General guidance

Component or system	Relative frequency
Defrost cycle and evaporator airflow	most reported
Defrost drain and water routing	common
Evaporator and condenser fans	common
Icemaker water supply and filter	less common
Sealed system and compressor	uncommon

What is owner work here

On the USBSR line a manual defrost, a condenser clean, a gasket test, a drain flush and every check upstream of the icemaker are owner work. The service side starts behind the evaporator cover, and the sealed system is licensed work in every case.

Other families of this brand and appliance

Pages this profile routes to

Sarah Chen

Lead Appliance Repair Technician · 12 years experience

EPA 608 UniversalNASTeC Certified

Experienced technician with 12 years specializing in washing machine and dryer repairs across all major brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will food stay safe?: A closed cabinet holds for a few hours. A refrigerator holds food safely at 40 °F (4 °C) or below, so move perishables to a cooler.
What maintenance actually matters?: Vacuuming the condenser coil, keeping the internal vents clear, and flushing the defrost drain if water appears under the drawers.
Are these repairs owner work?: Most of the common ones are. The sealed system is licensed work, and the evaporator cover is worth a technician.
Which models does this cover?: Those in the table on this page. Match your own number there before ordering any part.
What fails first on this family?: The defrost cycle. A stalled defrost is what most warm-cabinet complaints turn out to be, and it is among the cheaper faults.

Need this fixed for good?

Can't fix it yourself? Our vetted technicians are ready to help.

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Brand=Bangson|Family=Bangson-Refrigerator-Usbsr|Appliance=Refrigerator7 min read

Bangson USBSR Refrigerator Problems

Sarah Chen·Lead Appliance Repair Technician

2026-09-23·7 min read·EPA 608 Universal

Table of Contents

What this family is

Problems on these models, and where each is covered

A new or growing noise — A sound that stops when the freezer door opens is that fan; one that carries on is behind the lower rear panel. Covered on the Bangson USBSR Refrigerator: Abnormal Noise or Vibration page. — Slug: bangson-bangson-refrigerator-usbsr-refrigerator-abnormal-noise
Warm cabinet, unit still running — Cold is being made and not delivered — usually a frost sheet on the freezer rear wall or a silent evaporator fan. Covered on the Bangson USBSR Refrigerator: Not Cooling or Not Freezing page. — Slug: bangson-bangson-refrigerator-usbsr-refrigerator-cooling-failure
No ice, or poor ice — No ice at all points upstream — supply, filter, bail arm. Small or hollow cubes mean water arrives and something is short. Covered on the Bangson USBSR Refrigerator: Ice Maker Fault page. — Slug: bangson-bangson-refrigerator-usbsr-refrigerator-ice-production

Problem classes in order on the USBSR line

A new or growing noise — Leads the list: an evaporator under ice starves every compartment of air, and the defrost cycle stalls quietly rather than failing outright.
Warm cabinet, unit still running — Second: water that has lost its route out, appearing under the drawers or on the floor once the drain blocks.
No ice, or poor ice — Third: noise, usually a fan meeting ice or the cabinet passing vibration into the furniture beside it.

Models in the USBSR family

Reference

Model number	Family key
US-BSR-001	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-002	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-003	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-004	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-005	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-006	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0075	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-00753	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-00754	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-00755	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-00756	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0075SL	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-007A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-008A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-009	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-017	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-017-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0176	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0178	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-018	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-019	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-019-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0196	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-0198	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-026	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-028	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-028-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-028WH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-036	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-038	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-038WH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-100A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-101A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-102	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-102-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-102A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-103	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-104	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-105	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-106	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-107	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-108	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-109	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200RE	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200WH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-200WH-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-201	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-203	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-204	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-205	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-207	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-300A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301-1	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301-2	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301-3	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-301A	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-302	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-303	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-304	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-305	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-306	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-307	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-308	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-309	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-310	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-311	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-600	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-601	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-602	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-603	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-610	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-610VX	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-610VXRE	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-610VXWH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-611	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-612	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-613	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-620	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-620VX	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-620VXRE	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-620VXWH	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-621	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-625VX	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr
US-BSR-628VX	bangson:refrigerator:usbsr

General guidance

Component or system	Relative frequency
Defrost cycle and evaporator airflow	most reported
Defrost drain and water routing	common
Evaporator and condenser fans	common
Icemaker water supply and filter	less common
Sealed system and compressor	uncommon

What is owner work here

Other families of this brand and appliance

Pages this profile routes to

Sarah Chen

Lead Appliance Repair Technician · 12 years experience

EPA 608 UniversalNASTeC Certified

Experienced technician with 12 years specializing in washing machine and dryer repairs across all major brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will food stay safe?: A closed cabinet holds for a few hours. A refrigerator holds food safely at 40 °F (4 °C) or below, so move perishables to a cooler.
What maintenance actually matters?: Vacuuming the condenser coil, keeping the internal vents clear, and flushing the defrost drain if water appears under the drawers.
Are these repairs owner work?: Most of the common ones are. The sealed system is licensed work, and the evaporator cover is worth a technician.
Which models does this cover?: Those in the table on this page. Match your own number there before ordering any part.
What fails first on this family?: The defrost cycle. A stalled defrost is what most warm-cabinet complaints turn out to be, and it is among the cheaper faults.

Need this fixed for good?

Can't fix it yourself? Our vetted technicians are ready to help.

Book a Free Diagnostic Visit

Same-day service • 90-day warranty • Free diagnostic visit

Call NowAvailable 24/7 — call or textBook Online

Need Brand=Bangson|Family=Bangson-Refrigerator-Usbsr|Appliance=Refrigerator Repair?

(415) 795-7300Available 24/7 — call or textBook Free Diagnosis

Bangson USBSR Refrigerator Problems

What this family is

Problems on these models, and where each is covered

Problem classes in order on the USBSR line

Models in the USBSR family

Where faults sit on this family — Ordering only: no counted sample stands behind these rows, so no share is given.

What is owner work here

Other families of this brand and appliance

Pages this profile routes to

Frequently Asked Questions

Need this fixed for good?

Bangson USBSR Refrigerator Problems

What this family is

Problems on these models, and where each is covered

Problem classes in order on the USBSR line

Models in the USBSR family

Where faults sit on this family — Ordering only: no counted sample stands behind these rows, so no share is given.

What is owner work here

Other families of this brand and appliance

Pages this profile routes to

Frequently Asked Questions

Need this fixed for good?