Last verified against the primary source on Sep 5, 2026.
used pricing varies; see sources. Biggest documented cost risk: Compressor short. Buy only after inspection.
Confidence 69%Comparable set not yet verified
As of Aug 19, 2026What can make the cheap machine expensive?
| Component | Severity | Documented repair cost |
|---|---|---|
| Compressor short | high | not yet verified |
| Overheat protection | medium | not yet verified |
| Cooling loss | medium | not yet verified |
Compressor short-cycling (starts then stops within seconds) -- JustAnswer…
Cost not yet verifiedCompressor not running at all -- same failure family (relay/overload/wiring…
Cost not yet verifiedOverheat protection ("Clixon" thermal cutoff) trips and kills power as a safety response to overheating.
Cost not yet verifiedGeneral True troubleshooting guide flags cooling loss and refrigerant…
Cost not yet verifiedCommon questions
What fails on the True T-23?
The most cited concerns in our evidence record: Compressor short, Overheat protection, Cooling loss. See the risk breakdown above for details and sources.
Key parts and observed prices
| Part | Part # | Observed price | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door Gasket, Black, 25-1/8" x 54-1/8", GDM23/T-23 | TRUE810862 | $126.02 | 2026-09-05 |
| Fan Motor Kit without Blade, Evaporator/Condenser, 115V, 60HZ | TRUE830037 | $475.23 | 2026-09-05 |
| Door Hinge Kit, Top, T and GDM Freezer | TRUE870865 | $158.04 | 2026-09-05 |
Prices are point-in-time observations from the linked seller pages, not quotes. Availability and pricing change.
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From the research record
- PRICE: - New: True T23 (23 cu. ft.) listed at $3,696.00 on eBay. https://www.ebay.com/p/66794476 - Used: starting around $1,895.00 per Burkett's used-equipment listing page. https://www.burkett.com/true-t-23-hc-1-solid-door-bottom-mount-reach-in-refrigerator-23-cu-ft
- FAILURES: - Compressor short-cycling (starts then stops within seconds) — JustAnswer tech threads point to failing start relay, overload protector, bad capacitor, or low refrigerant charge as the common causes. https://www.justanswer.com/appliance/8tavy-i-m-trying-repair-true-t-23-refrigerator-compressor.html - Compressor not running at all — same failure fa
- REPAIR: - Compressor replacement (general commercial-refrigerator class, not T-23 specific): $1,000-$2,500 parts + install combined; compressor part itself up to ~$700 for large/commercial units; labor $500-$850. https://homeguide.com/costs/refrigerator-compressor-cost - True-brand OEM compressors (not confirmed T-23-fit specific): WebstaurantStore lists T
- LIFE: - General commercial reach-in class: 10-15 years typical per most sources; one source splits reach-in/undercounter at 8-12 years average; well maintained units can exceed 20 years. https://www.kitchenall.com/blog/how-long-do-commercial-refrigerators-
- VIDEO (00:00:22 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIimbFVQgNM): "self-contained refrigeration system this unit has a bottom mount compressor which"
- VIDEO (00:00:23 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIimbFVQgNM): "unit has a bottom mount compressor which"
- VIDEO (00:00:24 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIimbFVQgNM): "unit has a bottom mount compressor which allows for top storage as well as the"
- REPAIR PART (2026-09-05): Door Gasket, Black, 25-1/8" x 54-1/8", GDM23/T-23 (TRUE810862): $126.02 https://www.partstown.com/true/true810862
- REPAIR PART (2026-09-05): Fan Motor Kit without Blade, Evaporator/Condenser, 115V, 60HZ (TRUE830037): $475.23 https://www.partstown.com/true/true830037
- REPAIR PART (2026-09-05): Door Hinge Kit, Top, T and GDM Freezer (TRUE870865): $158.04 https://www.partstown.com/true/true870865
Sources
- partstown.comparts-retailer · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- cpsc.govrecall-authority · official · accessed 2026-08-19
- ebay.comweb · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- burkett.comweb · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- justanswer.comweb · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- justanswer.comweb · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- katom.comretailer · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- homeguide.comweb · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- webstaurantstore.comretailer · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- partstown.comparts-retailer · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- shoptrueoemparts.truemfg.comweb · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- webstaurantstore.comretailer · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- kitchenall.comweb · research-cited · accessed 2026-08-19
- partstown.com part listings (prices observed 2026-09-05)parts-retailer · verified · accessed 2026-09-05
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