2003 Honda CR-V Air Conditioner Problems
- 26
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- conditioner compressor · 5 records
- throughout system · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 9 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Conditioner · Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
2003 honda cr-v. Consumer writes in regards to air conditioning failure. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle was not included in the recall even though it experienced the same failure addressed i the recall. *js
ODI 11196312
Air Conditioner
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda cr-v. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the air conditioner compressor had locked up and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 142,000. Updated…
ODI 10672225
Air Conditioner · Engine And Engine Cooling
On my 2003 honda at around 66,000 miles the air conditioning quit working. Although i hardly use a/c since i only have a short drive to work. I took the vehicle into a honda dealer. It was reported that the a/c blew up and was contaminated throughout the system. I had to replace everything including lines. Although they claim this happens, im concerned since the a/c was rarely used. Clearly a defect in the a/c. Ive…
ODI 10496175
Air Conditioner
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda crv. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the air conditioner independently shut off. The dealer advised that the manufacturer was aware of the failure in his year, make and model. The dealer also advised that the air conditioner compressor could lock and the serpentine belt could fracture causing a loss of power steering. The manufacturer advised they would cover…
ODI 10346079
Air Conditioner
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 honda cr-v. While traveling at 60 mph, there was an abnormal hissing coming from the a/c vents followed by the a/c becoming inoperable. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where he was advised that the entire a/c system would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The current and…
ODI 10346790
Air Conditioner · Cooling System
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…
ODI 10280967
Air Conditioner · Cooling System
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". *tr
ODI 10258575
Air Conditioner
2003 model honda crv entire a/c system failed at 60,000 miles, honda america refused to cover the repair cost. *tr
ODI 10248638
Air Conditioner
This is in connection with the air conditioner compressor. Head a clicking noise when i pulled into my drive way. Opened the hood and noticed that the sound was coming from the compressor section. I turned off the switch to the air conditioner and the clicking noise stopped. I turned it back on and the compressor blew up with white steam. Took it to the dealer the following day and was told the compressor was…
ODI 10233135
Air Conditioner
My air conditioning in my '03 crv stopped cooling. I took it in and after authorizing repairs found out that both fans had quit and the whole system was contaminated. Honda offered to split the difference with me so i paid half, about 1500 bucks. It seems to me that if over 800 complaints have been registered that honda could do better by us loyal customers. I am thinking of toyota next time. *tr
ODI 10242206
Air Conditioner
AIR CONDITIONING FAILURE. *JB
ODI 10198922
Air Conditioner · Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 honda cr-v. The vehicle is equipped with a 1982 honda silverwing air conditioner compressor. While driving 35 mph, the vehicle made a strange sound, the air conditioner stopped blowing cool air, and the vehicle began to decelerate. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic and they stated that the air conditioning system was filled with freon, which caused the compressor to freeze and…
ODI 10198756
Air Conditioner
Not safety related. Air conditioner a(/c) compressor and clutch dryer replaced.2003 honda crv.45000miles this is something that should last a long time. Defect in compressor.make in japan keihin ev0333564 hs-110r. *ak
ODI 10195226
Air Conditioner
2003 crv - air conditioner started making clanging noise, then smoke came from under hood. Turned off air, took it to the dealer. They referred to the problem as the black death"because metal shards went everywhere and ruined the whole air conditioning assembly. Vehicle was 200 miles away from the end of the honda extended warranty of 100,000 miles. Warranty covered completely new air conditioning system. If not for…
ODI 10190828
Air Conditioner · Unknown Or Other
Air conditioner went out at 36,000 miles no warning. Cost $1500. My extended warranty covered part but not all. Shredded metal all through out the air conditioner. Had to wait 7 hours for a repair as dealer 50 miles away honda crv 2003. *tr
ODI 10188831
Air Conditioner
2003 honda cr-v air conditioner failure. Grinding noise over the course of a few minutes, then complete failure. Repair shop said there were small metal parts throughout the system. *nm
ODI 10175995
Air Conditioner
I had a problem with the air-conditioning system in my 2003 honda cr-v. When i took it to my dealership, i was told that the a/c system was not functioning and that metal shards from the compressor had traveled throughout the a/c system and condemned many components. The dealership was authorized replacement of the a/c components to be paid by honda and the labor to be paid by me. The dealership informed me that the…
ODI 10168728
Air Conditioner
During operation of the vehicle a loud thump was heard then the air conditioner stopped operating. I pulled off the road thinking there was a flat tire. The vehicle was taken to a honda dealer in tampa for inspection where it had been serviced. The problem is that the sealed a/c compressor failed and ingested an internal componet then distributed small parts though the sealed pressurized system thereby causing other…
ODI 10166756
Air Conditioner
Air conditioning failed twice in honda cr-v. At 37,000 miles, and again at 56,000 miles. *nm
ODI 10164946
Air Conditioner
Dear reviewer of my complaint please take a look at the is website to better get a understanding of where i am going with this. Http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f0d3fb5/0. I own a 95 accord with 130k and never had to get the compressor fixed....my wife's 2003 honda cr-v 49,000 miles just went...honda told me $1400.00+tax. I have a 1 year old daughter. You know how the weather gets here on the east cost…
ODI 10164214
Air Conditioner
2003 honda crv a/c compressor blew apart while driving on highway @ 65 mph-a few pieces of it escaped onto the road surface-have been researching and found many similar complaints about the crv compressor failing on 2001-2004 models. Please see website town-talk edmunds.com w/same problem. According to reports on that website, honda has been replacing the compressor, for most, free of charge, but some vehicle owners…
ODI 10164052
Air Conditioner
I have a 2003 honda crv with 66,000 original miles. With no warning, the air compressor locked up, sending shards of metal throughout the a. C. System and ruining the whole system. Honda corp. Of america is "checking my good customer status", with no return call thus far. The local dealership has assessed the a.c. To confirm the entire a.c. Needs to be replaced for $2100.00. All the parts are in stock to fix the…
ODI 10155909
Air Conditioner · Unknown Or Other
Without any prior problem or indication of a problem, something dropped off the bottom of my car into the road. At that exact moment, the air conditioner stopped blowing cold air. I took the car to have it repaired only to find out that the a/c compressor had blown (and the clutch had fallen off). I have since found out that this is a very frequent occurrence with second generation honda cr-v's. I am in the process…
ODI 10156336
Air Conditioner
I was driving on the freeway and i heard a noise that sounded like something fell off the car. After the noise, the air conditioner was blowing out hot air. I turned the air conditioner off and went straight to the dealer. Since it was late in the day,the dealer could not look at the vehicle, but a mechanic told me "off the record" that the condenser probably fell off the vehicle, and that it will probably be…
ODI 10160060
Air Conditioner
Consumer vehicle a/c stop working due to a bad compressor. *ts the consumer was not satisfied with the length of time it was taking the sales dealer to rectify the problem, therefore the compressor was replaced by a local mechanic. The day after the repairs were made the compressor began making noise and the consumer could feel power draining. The consumer had to wait two weeks for another compressor. *nm
ODI 10139952