Beko fridge freezer freezing food in the fridge compartment

If it started straight after a defrost, I’d first suspect either an airflow issue, a control/thermostat problem, or the cabinet being overcooled at the back wall rather than the whole fridge. On many Beko fridge freezers, food touching the back panel will freeze first because that’s the coldest area.

1. Check how food is stored Make sure salad, milk and other items are not touching the back wall. Leave a gap of at least a couple of centimetres. If only items at the back are freezing, that points more to normal cold-spotting or overcooling rather than a blocked vent.

2. Check the thermostat/control setting and behaviour Set it to a mid setting rather than 1 for a day and monitor with a fridge thermometer. Some controls are not very linear, and if the thermostat is faulty it may keep running too long regardless of the dial position.

3. Look for blocked or iced air channels If this model has vents or ducts feeding the fridge section, check they’re clear and not packed with food or ice. After a defrost, water can sometimes refreeze around an air path or sensor area.

4. Check the door seal and door closing A poor seal can cause long run times and uneven temperatures. Look for gaps, damage, or shelves/bottles stopping the door closing properly.

5. Listen to compressor run time If the compressor is running almost constantly and the fridge is freezing on low setting, the thermostat or sensor/control is a stronger suspect.

Safety first: isolate the appliance from the mains before inspecting any internal parts. If it needs electrical testing, control replacement, or anything involving sealed refrigeration, use a qualified appliance engineer.

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