DA97-19010A Ice Maker Assembly Review

Intro

If your Samsung refrigerator stopped making ice, clogged, or produced only crushed ice, you’re looking at a common failure point: the ice maker assembly. The NFGCIQY DA97-19010A is sold as a direct replacement for a range of Samsung models and, according to the listing, aims to restore reliable ice-making performance. In this review I break down what the listing actually says, what owners report about fit and installation, and the safety and longevity signals to watch before you buy.

What it is / first look

The DA97-19010A is an ice maker assembly sold by brand/manufacturer NFGCIQY and listed specifically as a replacement part for a number of Samsung refrigerators. The product page lists these core specs and facts:

• Capacity: 5 liters.
• Voltage: 12 volts.
• Item dimensions: 30.5" D x 10.2" W x 17.8" H.
• Refrigerant: R410a (noting this is the refrigerant listed on the product spec).
• Included component: Ice Maker Assembly.
• Exact OEM part match claims to Samsung part numbers: DA97-19010A, SWAA016B02, R4D8083-05, AP6804571, PS12707599, EAP12707599, 4961644.
• Listing emphasizes easy DIY installation with a 4-step process and offers 24-hour dedicated technical support for buyers to verify model fit.

Which Samsung models it fits

The listing calls out compatibility with a specific list of Samsung refrigerator models. If your fridge is one of these the part is claimed to fit: RS27T5200SG/AA; RS22T5561SR; RS22T5201SR; RS27T5201SR/AA; RS27T5200SR/AA; RS27T5200WW/AA-00; RS22T5201SG/AA-00; RS22T5201SR/AA-00; RS27T5561SR/AA-00; RS27T5561SR/AA-01; RS27T5561SR/AA-02; RS27T5201SR/AA-00. The listing also explicitly recommends verifying your fridge model with the seller before purchase.

Visuals and color notes

The product images supplied with the listing don’t show multiple colorway labels in the filenames, so color detail is limited. Available colors may include white and gray — treat this as an inferred observation, and double-check the listing images when ordering for a precise match to your fridge interior.

• Available colors (inferred): white
• Available colors (inferred): gray

In daily use

The most useful signal for a replacement part is whether it actually gets ice-making back to normal. Owner reports consistently point to a straightforward, working replacement when the part fits.

Ease of install — what owners say

Multiple owners describe the DA97-19010A as an "exact fit" and say installation took roughly 10–20 minutes once panels and ice buildup were removed. One owner reports the swap took about 15 minutes, though removing a back panel that had ice sealed around it added time. Owners repeatedly recommend cycling the unit through the refrigerator's ice-maker test function after installation; one buyer noted the mechanism only started working after pressing the test button.

Performance after install

Across the owner feedback, the repeated sentiment is simple and practical: the ice maker started producing ice again and functioned similarly to the factory unit. Several short reviews say the part "works great," "fit perfect," and removed the need to buy bagged ice. No owner notes in the provided research mention immediate failures, leaks, or electrical issues after installation.

Use case examples

In a small household that uses ice regularly, the DA97-19010A is presented as the repair route to avoid buying bags of ice. For busy families with a compatible Samsung fridge, the part is reported by owners as a quick way to get the built-in ice maker back online. The listing’s 4-step DIY install claim and owner comments suggest most people with basic tools can do the swap without professional help, provided they verify compatibility first.

Materials & build quality

The listing provides specific operational specs (capacity, voltage, dimensions) and claims OEM part-number correspondence, but it does not enumerate the materials used in the assembly or make food-contact material claims. That means the listing does not explicitly state the composition of the plastic, wiring insulation, or metal components.

What the listing does provide:

• An exact part-number match claim to multiple Samsung part numbers, which is the primary build-quality signal listed.
• Operational figures including 5 L capacity and 12 V operation that help confirm the assembly is intended for the specified fridge models.

What the listing doesn’t specify: specific plastics, certifications, finish details, or food-contact safety certifications. The manufacturer/brand is NFGCIQY, and the page offers 24-hour technical support to confirm model fit.

Given the lack of explicit material breakdown on the page, treat the part as an OEM-style replacement with performance and fit claims but without a materials spec sheet included in the listing. If material composition or food-contact certification is important to you, the listing advises contacting the seller before purchase.

Safety considerations

Safety matters when working inside a refrigerator: electrical connectors, sharp sheet-metal edges, and frozen panels can all be hazards. The listing provides a few concrete safety-relevant facts and the owner notes add practical warnings.

• Refrigerant listed: the product specification includes "Refrigerant: R410a." That is a fact in the listing; it’s not a separate claim about the ice maker itself but appears in the product specs and may be worth noting if your repair touches sealed refrigeration components. The listing does not provide handling instructions for refrigerant — follow manufacturer guidance and professional service advice if you encounter sealed-system work. Do not assume the part requires refrigerant handling during a simple ice maker swap; owners describe an accessible assembly swap that involved screws, panels, and an electrical connector.
• Electrical: the unit is listed as 12 volts. Owners describe unplugging the fridge before starting and plugging the connector back in after the swap. The listing’s DIY install steps explicitly begin with "Unplug fridge." Follow that step; it’s in the listing’s recommended 4-step process.
• Frozen panels and sharp edges: owners report that ice buildup can seal panels and make removal tougher — one owner used a flathead gently to free an iced-over panel. That’s a practical note: work carefully to avoid damage or cutting yourself when prying frozen panels free.
• Testing after install: owners repeatedly mention using the refrigerator’s ice-maker test button after installation to verify operation. The listing also lists this as an expected step in the 4-step install flow.
• Technical support and model verification: the listing offers 24-hour dedicated technical support and explicitly advises buyers to verify their refrigerator model with the seller before purchase. That’s a safety/fit mitigation built into the listing.

Overall, no owner reports in the research notes indicate electrical faults, leaks, or recalls tied to this part. The most consistent safety-related advice is practical: unplug the fridge, be careful freeing iced-over panels, and use the unit’s test function after installation.

Who this is for / who should skip

Who this fits:

• Owners of the Samsung models explicitly named in the listing who need a direct replacement ice maker assembly.
• Home cooks and households comfortable doing basic appliance DIY (screws, panel removal, unplugging/reconnecting a small 12 V connector).
• Anyone seeking an OEM-style part number match (the listing claims multiple Samsung part numbers that this assembly replaces).

Who should skip or proceed with caution:

• People whose refrigerator model is not on the compatibility list. The listing explicitly tells buyers to verify model compatibility before purchase.
• Anyone unfamiliar or uncomfortable with working inside appliance cavities where sharp sheet-metal edges and frozen seals can be present — professional service may be safer.
• Buyers who need explicit material, food-contact, or certification details: the listing doesn’t specify plastic types or food-contact certifications, so verify those details with the seller if necessary.

Verdict

The DA97-19010A ice maker assembly is presented and supported by owner feedback as a practical, OEM-style replacement for a specific set of Samsung refrigerators. Owners consistently describe fast, trouble-free installs, correct fit, and restored ice production — the strongest signals available in the listing and owner research. The listing supplies concrete specs (5 L capacity, 12 V, dimensions, refrigerant R410a) and a compatibility list of Samsung models, and it pairs that with an explicit 4-step DIY installation and 24-hour technical support to help buyers verify fit.

On balance, this looks like an effective fix-for-purpose part when your model is listed and you’re comfortable with a straightforward swap. The primary gaps in the listing are material and certification details: the listing does not spell out component materials or any food-contact certifications, so if you require that level of documentation, contact the seller before buying.

Check before you buy

• Confirm model compatibility: cross-check your refrigerator model with the exact list on the product page — the listing explicitly recommends this step.
• Check dimensions: the listing gives item dimensions (30.5" D x 10.2" W x 17.8" H). Verify that aligns with the space and mounting points in your fridge.
• Note the electrical spec: the assembly is listed as 12 volts — unplug the fridge before you start and follow the listing’s 4-step install guidance.
• Look for refrigerated seals/ice buildup: owners report frozen panels can stick; free panels carefully to avoid damage or personal injury.
• Use the ice-maker test after installation: owners note the unit sometimes requires running the test function to initialize the mechanism.
• Ask about materials if needed: the listing does not provide material or food-contact certification details — contact the seller if you need that documentation.
• Take advantage of the support: the listing advertises 24-hour technical support — use it to confirm fit before buying.
• Availability: the listing notes limited stock at the time it was posted — check current availability before ordering.

For homeowners with a compatible Samsung refrigerator, the DA97-19010A presents a low-friction path back to working ice without professional service in many cases, according to owner reports. For anyone requiring documented material composition or third-party certifications, the listing is silent and the seller should be contacted.