2003 Honda CR-V Consumer Discussions Page 2

Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair

Re: HONDA CRV TIRE WARRANTY QUESTION [bigdadi118]

Written by: stevedebi on Aug 18, 2009 11:16 AM

"All the OEM tires are short life span. Don't know why, probably cost factor and the tire manufacturers figure out a way to make a tire 50% cost but looks like 100%. I bet you will get lots more miles by buying the same brand and model from tire companies outside. " My 2003 CRV EX OEM Dualers lasted 43K, about what I would expect. Maybe driving style has something to do ... Read More...

Honda CR-V AC Compressor Problems

Just Say No To Honda

Written by: lening99 on Aug 17, 2009 10:16 AM

My 2003 CRV blew the AC system at only 45,000 miles, and I live in the northeast and rarely used it. This CRV was assembled in the UK. I am saying "no" to any more Hondas. Read More...

Re: extended warranty and a/c problems [lori56]

Written by: madams1 on Aug 15, 2009 06:09 PM

I have not yet experienced the problem, but the Honda Care warranty would cover if you were still within the mileage and time period. I misjudged our mileage when we bought Honda Care on our 2003 CRV and ran out due to time not mileage. Still kicking myself for not getting the 7 year/100k instead of 5 year/100k. The difference in price is not much at all. Read More...

Re: I had my CRV fixed and then sold it [beyondoil]

Written by: madams1 on Aug 03, 2009 08:00 PM

Hey beyondoil, thinking of replacing the compressor and other recommended parts on my 2003 CRV with 90K. Honda dealer told me it would have 12k or 1 year warranty. Just curious, where did not get yours done? Is it true that the dryer and condensor are one part on the CRV's. What is holding me back from replacing the necessary parts is the reports on this site and topix.com ... Read More...

Re: 2003 Honda CRV Air Conditioner went out today. [lenandsquig]

Written by: sam2000pres on Aug 03, 2009 02:49 PM

Thank you Carol for the information. I have a 2002 CRV that has just blew up it's third! compressor in as many years... Got off the phone with Lindsey at Honda Corporate office to get the ball rolling, she was NOT very helpful except to tell me it will be two days before I get a reply form the case worker, and NOT to expect any help! Wow! Nice customer service... Another ... Read More...

Re: 2003 Honda CRV Air Conditioner went out today. [carroll2009]

Written by: lenandsquig on Jul 28, 2009 07:18 PM

My 2003 Honda CRV Air Conditioner stopped working last Friday. Took it to the dealer and was told it would cost $3500 + tax to replace the entire AC system. I contacted Honda America and have a case number and am waiting to hear back. Here is some information I was provided to see if anything can be done. Maybe if these organizations get enough complaints something ... Read More...

Probably will go ahead and replace

Written by: madams1 on Jul 27, 2009 09:47 AM

Took my wifes Honda Fit(I call it the clown car) in for oil and filter change. After the service advisor wrote it up, I explained to him that I was considering going ahead and changing out my compressor and other related parts on my 2003 CRV with 90,000 miles. He was a bit puzzled since it still works. I mentioned the problems others are having and he did admit seeing ... Read More...

Unhappy former Honda Customer

Written by: hob1 on Jul 27, 2009 09:33 AM

So here is my story. Own a 2003 CRV EX, compressor exploded at 25,000 miles and entiore AC system was replaced under warranty. Two weeks ago, at 50,000 miles same explosion, same problem, $3,500 repair for entire ac system. Honda regional manager reduced the costs to their costs of $1,500 after much complaining. I also own a 2006 CRV, and a 2008 Odyssey. So I asked ... Read More...

Re: 2003 Honda CRV Air Conditioner went out today. [carroll2009]

Written by: chris2009 on Jul 27, 2009 09:12 AM

Our 2003 CRV compressor cracked. Loud noise while driving. Honda dealer told us they had to replace every single part in AC at a cost of ~$4700, I think. We called Honda of America and told them we knew of the compressor issues Honda has had and they got the dealership to do it for $2000. Dealership promised us a 3 year warranty, but when they finished the work, they ... Read More...

Re: Honda CRV 2003 air conditioning [jim333]

Written by: chris2009 on Jul 27, 2009 09:04 AM

Our AC went out and we paid $2000 to get it all replaced 10 days ago. Since then our power door locks stopped working, one at a time. Now only the driver's door works. And yesterday the AC stopped again. A trip to the dealer today revealed that they did not attach lines properly and all coolant leaked out. They fixed lines, replaced coolant and told us door were fine. ... Read More...