2002 Honda CR-V Honda CR-V 2002

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2002 Honda CR-V repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (14%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (6%)

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2002 Honda CR-V body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (9%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (18%)

< $100 (64%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV

160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD

67000 mi two problems- rattley exaust heat shield removed and air bag recall- taken to dealer for check. 
66000 mi

US $45
Used Restorem from Amazon to clear up foggy headlights. Worked great. 

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2002 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV

160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

92200 mi

US $151
Rubber trim above windshield came apart. Would have lead to a leak or worse if not repaired. 
102000 mi

US $140
Clearcoat came off rear rooftop at rear door. Had it refinished. 
124000 mi

US $870
Exterior trim badly oxidized. The steering wheel was replaced when still under warranty due to excessive wear on top where I grip it. I should have put a cover on it at that time. Now, the soft plastic exterior is completely worn through and the hard plastic core is exposed. 

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2002 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV

160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

129000 mi

US $2500
Door rust 
10417 mi Replace driver's sun visor. It would not stay "parked", but fell to a vertical position. 
20113 mi Tiny pin hole in alloy rim, allowing tire to go flat. 
35089 mi Replace passenger side mirror, which cracked during a very cold (-30 F) night 
120000 mi Rust repair around fuel filler door. Paint began bubbling again. Scheduled to be returned June 9, 2015. 
121000 mi Recurred rust around fuel filler door. 

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2002 Honda CR-V Body Problems

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