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2008 Honda CR-V repairs by problem area
Engine (18%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)
Brakes and Traction Control (9%)
Suspension and Steering (15%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (44%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)
Other (7%)
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- Engine
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 151 repairs.
2008 Honda CR-V electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (26%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 62 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV
166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
| 97000 mi | Compressor clutch field coil. Magnetic field was failing. |
| 44000 mi US $60 |
Driver's side power locks failed, thus shutting down all locks |
| 49000 mi US $193 |
Air conditioning just quit working one day. Compressor clutch would not engage, then randomly it would come on for 1 minute. Tech diagnosed an open circuit in the AC relay. Replaced relay. |
| 61000 mi US $200 |
Door lock malfunction. Would automatically shut within a second of opening. |
| 57300 mi US $55 |
Intermittent warm and cold air blowing from AC. Replaced relay assembly. Problem still exists. May have to replace AC compressor/clutch. |
| 58000 mi | Intermittent warm and cold blowing from AC. Replaced the AC clutch and coil. |
| 99552 mi US $673 |
Air conditioner was blowing warm air. Replaced clutch relay assembly and condenser motor fan. |
| 62500 mi | drain plug for AC unit clogged. |
| 93300 mi | rear windshield fluid motor making noise. |
| 35400 mi | Replace navigation unit under warranty. |
| 121000 mi US $800 |
A/C Compressor Failed. A/C Compressor replaced. A/C charged. |
| 104000 mi | Recall - door lock system |
| 179000 mi US $450 |
Car wouldn’t start reliably in cold or when left for a few weeks unused. The problem was the starter windings were bad and the starter was replaced |
| 17000 mi US $150 |
Battery was failing. |
| 46000 mi US $900 |
Replace alternator and associated belts. |
| 5000 mi | A/C was blowing warm air when car was stopped (i.e. at a light) but was otherwise working properly. Dealer recharged system, added or replaced coolant, problem solved. |
| 83080 mi C $350 |
AC blows warm. Recharged - worked for a few minutes. Switch replaced - worked for a few minutes. Now looking to replace the compressor clutch AND the condensor and drier. Looking like $2000 repair. |
2008 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV
166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD
| 95000 mi US $177 |
A/C would occasionally blow hot air (not good in Florida summer!). Shop did a freon evac and recharge. Problem solved. |
| 98000 mi US $1191 |
A/C stopped working. Determined compressor had to be replaced. (Repair shop had tried recharging freon a few months earlier; it seemed to work temporarily but didn't solve it permanently.) |
| 70000 mi | Replace AC clutch |
| 47720 mi C $220 |
A/C do not cool. Mechanic charge the system & try to find the leak with no success. |
| 59500 mi C $240 |
AC piping & fittings leaks. |
| 106950 mi C $160 |
Recharge of refrigerant gas. |
| 102000 mi US $680 |
Ac compressor clutch failure, It seems the Honda CR-V has history for this failure and Honda actually was forced to extend the warranty to 100K miles. Just so happens mine failed at 106K! |
| 79360 mi | Only on hot days, a/c was blowing warm air. Warranty extension campaign covered replacement of a/c clutch and coil. As an auto tech, I have trouble believing this was the real problem. |
| 80800 mi C $100 |
Driver's door lock actuator replacement. Door wouldn't open with key and intermittently would lock from inside. Eventually, wouldn't open with remote or by accessing actuator with door panel removed. Had to break actuator to open door. |
| 152000 mi US $1100 |
Air conditioner compressor replacement |
| 81000 mi US $1400 |
Air conditioning compressor ceased working and was replaced with a remanufactured unit (along with ancillary parts like A/C clutch). |
| 98000 mi US $1500 |
Dealer replaced ac compressor. |
| 128000 mi US $1594 |
AC condenser failed and supposedly shot debris through the condenser, expansion valve, and some other AC part. About 40% parts 60% labor. |
| 125000 mi US $850 |
AC quit working, and it needed a new compressor. Over 500 for the part, but it works now. Does not seem as cold as it once was, but it works. |
| 100000 mi US $1200 |
Replaced AC clutch |
| 72000 mi US $80 |
Passenger rear door lock will not stay locked whether using driver's lock switch on door, key fob, or manually locking; unlocks on its own or after pulling outer door handle a few times. Purchased and replaced the door latch/actuator. |
| 72500 mi US $1 |
Compressor clutch failed - needed complete AC overhaul/replacement.rnThe part in question had been under a recall that expired 1 year prior. |
| 115000 mi US $800 |
Replace compressor and other ac parts. |
| 34200 mi US $1500 |
AC compressor went out and required replacement. |
| 106000 mi US $865 |
AC compressor failed. Compressor and clutch replaced |
| 130000 mi | Door lock actuator recall. Replaced all 4 |
| 29500 mi | Replaced two tire pressure sensors. |
| 36000 mi | Loss of freon, replaced seal. |
| 17500 mi US $26 |
Replaced Speedometer and electronic control module (Warranty Item). The repair was due to the fact that all electronic displays stopped working even though the car was still operable. Replaced Speedometer and electronic control module (Warranty Item). The repair was due to the fact that all electronic displays stopped working even though the car was still operable. 3rd oil change was also performed. |
| 19000 mi | TPMS light on. |
| 70000 mi US $80 |
Replaced battery |
| 910000 mi US $10 |
replaced right burnout headlight |
| 91000 mi US $10 |
Replace left burnout headlight |
| 6000 mi | A/C does one maintain temp consistantly. Dealer said they could not find anything wrong, however it was a cold day and when the problem was first discovered it was quite hot out. Decided to wait till summer to have it checked again. |
| 56000 mi | Air conditioner failed- compressor and clutch replaced by manufacturer even though out of warranty |
| 69500 mi | A/C was not blow cold air. Replace A/C coil set and clutch. |
| 78000 mi | Driver door lock actuator |
| 33500 mi US $30 |
replace washer pump motor |
| 43000 mi US $150 |
Change starter motor |
| 30000 mi US $10 |
CRV started in morning normally, driven for 5 or 6 miles & then parked. Low battery condition, unable to start. Towing service called, upon arrival was able to jump start battery & engine, advised to run for 15-20 min. No further problems. |
| 43000 mi US $140 |
Engine/starter will not start, clicking sound, dash warning lights & panel in flashing mode. Battery tested & under 12v w cold outside temperature. Attempted reset battery & ECM memory, etc. Jumped start engine, replaced battery w new one. |
| 73500 mi US $1100 |
AC blowing hot air, sensor switch replaced first & cool briefly. Return to shop & found compressor motor failed & not turning. Worn parts replaced, system recharged & leak checked. A month later, everything works & ice cold. |
| 79000 mi US $20 |
Dead battery, will not start. Starter & ignition systems checked diagnosed OK. Boost to jump start. |
| 89000 mi US $145 |
Replacement of battery (2nd. one since new as original owner, 1st. one replaced in 2012) this one is almost 5 years old and had indication of not holding up charge as outside temperature dropped. Diagnostic test results from mobile AAA response vehicle for a battery boost reconfirmed shrinking battery life remaining. Restarted & drove to AAA approved facility at nearby Mobile station/service center for a prompt replacement, slightly better CGA & reserve power - with further diagnostic test done to verify charging system not failing. Terminals cleaned. |
| 66960 mi C $250 |
door lock acctuator |
| 77600 mi C $250 |
ac clutch relay and recharge |
| 65000 mi | AC compressor relay |
| 62620 mi C $130 |
AC suddenly started working intermittently. Intermittent power to the AC drive clutch & fans. Mechanical AC relay had failed. $15 part from Honda to fix. |
| 54000 mi | Relay replaced for aircon system Battery replaced, not holding charge |
2008 Honda CR-V 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 38300 mi | A/C not working, Compressor, Actuating Coil and Clutch replaced under Honda warranty as a known fault with this specific model. |
| 58000 mi | Intermitant opration of air con |
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