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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1998 Honda CR-V
Engine not specified
380000 mi
US $160
Starter wouldn't work
177900 mi
at 120000 had to replace ac unit. at 130000 had to replace radiator, at 170000 more problems with ac had hoses and other items repaired
Replaced both front headlights (only driver side failed)
135000 mi
The dash clock would occasionally not illuminate. I disassembled the clock unit and repaired a broken solder joint on a surface mount resistor. (a new clock is $270 MSRP)
HID lights needed to be repaired. Has a lifetime warranty. Had to send in all the bulbs and wires to get repaired. Also, changed fuel filter due to somewhat noticeable rough idling. Also as a precaution after replacing one fuel injector
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