A/c compressor imploded and damaged the entire system as a replacement cost of $3400.00.
2003 Honda CR-V engine complaints
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Just driving down the expressway and I hear a loud noise and my A/C stops working....it was 94 degrees in the midwest! Got home that night and my tire was flat. I took my tire to get fixed and they pulled shards of metal out of the tire, which was new! When I took the car to get the A/C looked at, they said that the compressor had blown for no apparent reason and that it would be $1700 to repair!!!!! They told me that when the compressor blew, it sprayed pieces of metal throughout my car, and obviously into my tire! I called honda of america, and they offered to split the cost. I had no choice but to take this offer as it was summer and temperatures were over 100 with the heat index! Honda refused to give me the damaged part. There are sooo many complaints against this same event happening, but honda refuses to do anything about it. There is a class action law suit, if you want to join. The more that join, the better the chances of getting honda to take responsibility. I have only owned honda's, but will now be buying a toyota! So disappointed in honda!
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda cr-v. The contact stated that the coolant leaked which caused the air conditioning compressor to fail. The steering column overheated. The passenger air bag light illuminated with or without a passenger in the seat. The cruise control activated suddenly at times. The oxygen sensor light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop but the exact causes of these failures could not be determined. The contact called the manufacturer who advised her to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000 and the current mileage was approximately 77,000.
2003 honda cr-v AC compressor failed at 69,000 miles. Rainy conditions caused interior windshield to continually fog up requiring repeated wiping of the windshield with paper towels while driving.
While driving the 2003 crv, I heard what sounded like marbles going through the AC vents, then saw a puff of smoke from under the hood, the AC quit blowing cold air. I contacted the dealer who said that this is a common occurrence with the crv, he said contact american honda since you are a loyal customer and the probably would cover it under a good will gesture. No such luck, the person we spoke to said that they would give us nothing, since this is not a honda issue. I requested to speak to some one higher up and the gentleman , stated he makes the decisionso it does not have to go any further than him, I asked how can you be the only person who decides this, I then asked to speak to his supervisor and he stated he would not talk to me any further about this either, that the decision is with him. I requested one more time, he then hung up on me. I called back a day later and got the same results, as soon as you give them your VIN # , I got put on hold and sent to the same person as before. I wanted to talk to a different person. I got several estimates now to replace the AC, anywhere from $2900 to $4500 depending on where I take it. Honda dealers are requiring the whole system to be replaced, compressor, dryer unit, condenser and lines. Apparently it sends metal particles through out the whole system. If it is not flushed or replaced it will occur again. I have now tried to get the dealer to help the will cover 25% of the cost on parts only. I will probably get the system repaired or sell the vehicle as is. Unsure. Parts will be available when I do have it repaired, I will ask for them back. I will continue to call american honda until I receive some type of resolution, my wife is writing a letter to honda. I searched the internet and this seemed to be a major issue with 2002 to 2004 honda crv's . Never buy again.
I recently purchased a 2003 honda cr-v ex with 62k miles on it. After driving the car for less than 3k additional miles the air conditioner just stopped working. We were driving with the air conditioner on and then next thing you know it just stopped blowing cold air. I took in to be diagnosed and was told the air compressor needed to be replaced. The total repair cost is about $1200. I haven't had it repaired yet because I don't have the extra cash. Looks like this is a widespread problem with honda.
The AC compressor on my 2003 honda cr-v, 60917 miles, destroyed itself internally causing the engine to cut off. I had difficulty pulling the car off the road since there was no power steering. Local honda dealer said the compressor came apart sending metal shavings throughout the system. This will require a complete A/C system replacement, cost $3300. After checking on the internet, this seems to be an ongoing problem with the cr-v.
There is two problems with my 2003 honda cr-v. When car has sat overnight or when the air conditioner was on full and the car was off when we went to start the car it sounded like the main starter had been corroded not allowing the car to start it's not the battery nor the alternator and whats keeping the starter from starting the car only has 92,000 miles. The bigger safety issue is that the tilt steering is not locking allowing it to stay loose while driving, this is a big issue when in motion and cannot find a solution. My two requests are why is the starter going bad so early and why wont the tilt lock into place?
My 2003 honda cr-v began having trouble keeping oil levels normal for the past year or so. I requested that honda check out the issue a couple of times; honda was never able to find any issues (I.e., the car was not burning oil or leaking oil anywhere). Last week while I was driving, my car abruptly dies in the middle of the street. The timing chain had jumped four notches and bent the valves. According to my extended warranty (even though I have proven that I have performed all of the necessary maintenance) I am responsible for the damages to this car. I find it lucky that I was not driving on the freeway when this happened, since my car so abruptly stopped. I am curious if others are having similar problems with their 2003 honda cr-vs.
2003 honda crv total AC failure and contamination caused by compressor failure. Replaced under warranty at 30,000 miles. Occurred again at 55,000 miles. The second most recent time came with a loud bang and sound of loss of parts. Did not notice items on ground after going back, but there was a great amount of green slippery fluid which was released. I assume that to be the oil from the compressor. Also would assume it spilled onto roadway.
Ac compressor blew up causing extensive damage to the entire AC system. Compressor sent metal pieces through entire system after it blew up. Quoted over $3000 from honda for repair. Called american honda and they refused to help stating it is bc the car has over 36,000 miles. However, hundreds of people on the internet were helped by honda with the same mileage as my crv. It makes no sense. I believe that if anything is "blowing" up under the hood of my car (as honda described it) it is a safety issue. Honda should take responsibility for something they know is a problem. This is negligence! Look up www.honda-lawsuit.com for information on a class action lawsuit about this issue.
The A/C compressor of my 2003 honda crv locked up and it needs to be replaced. The failure occur at about 64,000 miles.
Just got in my car one day and turned on the air conditioning, a strange smelling mist starts coming out from the all the vents. This happens numerous times over the past 5 years. Took the car in, the dealership said of course there was nothing they could do unless it was happening right when they look at it. So around the summer months of 2008 when I would turn on the air it would be heat, I would have to turn the A/C switch from cold(blue) to hot(red) and then back to cold. For some reason the A/C would get cold at that time. Still with this strange smelling mist coming from the vents. I took my car into the honda dealership may 2009 for a safety recall & asked if they would look at my A/C again. They told me I was leaking freon & now as of that day, it was empty. Strange since there was cold air on my drive to the dealership. They said they needed to find the leak and could come to very expensive repair cost, until they fix each little thing and find where it is leaking from. I told them about the strange smelling mist and asked if that could be freon? His reply was probably. No repairs made as of yet since it will be over $3500.00 to fix.
A/c compressor issue, compressor explodes sending metal fragments through out rest of system corrupting entire A/C system. Dealer looked at it and knew pretty well right off whole A/C system had to replaced.
I have a 2003 honda cr-v. While driving on the interstate, the air conditioning stopped cooling. I took the car to my mechanic who said the compressor blew up and most likely contaminated the entire AC system. He referred me to the local dealership for further diagnosis and assistance. The honda dealership confirmed the diagnosis. The entire AC system must be replaced. The local mechanic and dealership acknowledged that this is a known problem with honda cr-vs of the age of my vehicle. They even have a name for it which they put on the ticket - "black death". This is a safety issue because if I were going slow enough the engine could have stopped when the compressor broke apart. If I were on snow I could have skidded the tires or the belt could have broken or maybe slipped. The serpentine belt is very strong so there are times when this very well could be a safety issue. In my case, none of these circumstances happened but I felt this was a situation that must be reported since it is a known issue with these cars.
The air conditioning on my 2003 honda cr-v suddenly began to blow warm air and make noise under the hood. I took it to the dealer where I purchased the car and they said it was my compressor and replaced both the clutch and compressor for $1400. The service tag says "compressor has an internal failure repl compressor assy" so this failure was not due to road debris.
Honda 2003 crv with 52,000 miles. Aircon just broke suddenly failed to blew cold air. Contacted american honda but they wont admit that this is a known problem for crv owners even though there's a lot of same complaints already for the air con system of crv 2003.
I own a 2003 honda cr-v with only 54,400 miles and the A/C just stopped working. I just took my car to midas shop to get A/C recharge. I was told after inspection that there is a leak on the A/C compressor. The cost to repair will be close to $1400.
Air conditioner failed to function requiring a $3,875.00 repair. Upon investigation honda knows about this defective part but refused to pay for the repair.
Air-condition in my car stopped blowing cold air. It started in the summer of 2006. Honda dealer couldn't find what the cause of the problem is. They couldn't even find any leaks to the system. To remedy, I've been having the freon charged every summer. That would usually last until the cold season starts when I don't have to use the A/C again.
Air compressor exploded on 2003 honda crv. Honda will only pay for half the damage, and this seems to be a documented problem with this particular part. If honda has an ongoing issue with this part, they should either recall the part or pay for the entire cost of replacement. Here is a link showing 22 pages of this same problem occurring with others. Http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/honda-cr-v/tu0okfjgv9v3f3fgl thank you for looking into this matter.
Purchased 2003 honda crv in feb 2003. Clutch snapped off AC compressor april 2005 - covered by warranty. February 2009 AC compressor imploded sending metal shavings into engine. Estimate to repair $3600. Waiting for dealership to advise if they will pay for all or part under "goodwill".
I have a 2003 honda cr-v and the A/C compressor died after some rattling sounds while on the highway. The dealer wants $3200 to fix it. My research on line and in talking to repair shop tells me this is not an unusual problem. I am told multiple parts have to be replaced when the compressor goes in this model. This seems to be a design flaw. I feel honda should have to recall and pay for this design flaw.
My honda crv with 45589 miles dated may 28, 2007 AC died, had to pay $1546 to change the compressor.
Air conditioning system failed at 60000, compressor arm snapped causing containments to enter system, need the whole system replaced.
Air condition compressor failed and destroyed the entire air conditioning system. Two oxygen sensors for the emissions part of the vehicle failed. Transmission sensor failed. Engine light stays on. Honda 2003 crv
Within the past year I have had both fans go out because the entire system was "contaminated." also, the fan under the dash (the blower) has quit and I needed a new relay switch. They split the cost of the two fans in the engine compartment but they said the fan under the dash was separate. Altogether it cost me over 1800 dollars. Now I find out that there have been 35 complaints about the air conditioning system in the 2003 crv. I think it is a factory problem and they should have a recall.....and give me back some of that money. 35 complaints?? Isn't that enough to signal a recall??
Air conditioning stopped working at about 70,000 miles. This is a well-known problem with 2003 and 2004 crvs. Be sure to complain to honda america and ask them for assistance. They should pay for the compressor and you might have to pay about $400 in labor.
My AC system went out at about 80,000 mi. The honda dealer said both fans had burnt out and the whole system was contaminated. They split the cost with me but it still cost me $1600. I asked if there was a recall and he said there wasn't but the number of complaints I am seeing make me feel that honda should take more responsibility. The system failed. I did nothing to cause it. I feel cheated and am now looking at toyota for a replacement car.
At approx 80,000 miles air conditioning compressor went (would not blow cold air). Dealer indicated repair would require replacement of complete system due to contaminants - as I live in the north not sure this is worth it. Definitely a common problem in crv's although my dealer feigned ignorance.
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