| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1997 Honda Civic repairs by problem area
Engine (41%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (7%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (13%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Other
Chart based on 61 repairs.
1997 Honda Civic electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (21%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (43%)
< $100 (21%)
Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1997 Honda Civic
Engine not specified
| 161000 mi US $1188 |
A/C Clutch was slipping. Chose to replace whole compressor over just the clutch head. |
| 122000 mi US $150 |
AC compressor froze (would not turn), causing the engine to stall in idle. |
1997 Honda Civic 4-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 226000 mi US $350 |
replaced battery, alternator |
1997 Honda Civic 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 133000 mi US $1251 |
Fan control switch failed. Also short in compressor electronics. |
| 71000 mi US $1500 |
Compressor gives noise and needs $1500 to flush AC system and replace compressor. Decided to trade in for a new Accord. |
| 114000 mi US $600 |
Replaced alternator & battery |
| 222000 mi US $360 |
windows not working |
| 226000 mi US $200 |
blower motor for heat/ac failed. |
| 205000 mi US $25 |
SRS light has been on for years - been told it is related to a "low voltage" error code in the computer. Dealer recommends replacement of SRS computer module, but I'm attempting to replace potentially faulty/coroded wiring. |
| 219000 mi | Never fixed SRS problem. One of the reasons I sold the car. |
| 121000 mi US $540 |
Cruise control not working - faulty brake switch (exposed wire) identified as problem. Would cost $60 to fix. |
| 143000 mi US $425 |
Battery and terminal cables replaced |
| 168000 mi US $10 |
AC not cooling. Was low on freon. Recharged system, in time since repair appears to be holding added freon |
1997 Honda Civic 2-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 163000 mi US $200 |
Window regulator. |
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