2003 Honda CR-V Engine cooling Problems

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“2003 Honda crv A/C compressor blew damaging condenser and other parts requiring complete replacement. This is a known Honda issue per research on the internet. Honda has been covering 100% of costs. I was offered 75% replacement costs. I asked for an appeal as I live in 100 heat (tucson) with two children and cannot afford $500/25% to replace the A/C and is a hardship to me. They denied the assistance.”