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2013 Honda CR-V repairs by problem area

Engine (22%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (7%)

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2013 Honda CR-V electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (3%)

$100 - $499 (39%)

< $100 (58%)

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Chart based on 33 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

17800 mi Nav touch screen (and hands-free) went black with no warning and wouldn't respond to anything. After evaluation at local dealer, dealer had to replace the entire navigational system, as it's still under warranty. 
14000 mi TPMS indicator went off. Both rear sensors replaced since they were not sending any signals. 
6000 mi Starter drive hanging up on flywheel 
65000 mi

US $60
HVAC blower fan failed 
123772 mi

US $200
A/C was intermittently blowing warm on driver's side with nominal gauge readings. After vacuum and recharge, gauges showed signs of stuck TXV. Replaced TXV, vacuumed, recharged. 
43000 mi Replaced noisy HVAC blower 
79369 mi Compass often flashes direction and/or "CAL". Followed procedure in owner's manual, but that did not fix the problem. 
93911 mi

US $470
Replace blower motor fan assembly and blower resistor. No air blowing at all from vents. 
41593 mi

US $119
Original battery died after 4 years of use. I was able to jump start it and drive it to the local Walmart. Turned the car off and it started right back up but I wanted to change the battery anyway. I replaced it with EverStart Maxx 51R because that battery has a really good warranty and was affordable. 
22000 mi Battery bad and replaced under warranty 
39000 mi

US $120
Battery failed prematurely. Battery appears to be undersized, and charging system underpowered. 
20000 mi Battery dead at 3yr 5months. Just out of warranty. Replaced by myself in about 15 minutes. Simple job. 
26440 mi The tailgate would not open during extreme cold. Tailgate opener switch was replaced. 
45000 mi

US $68
battery clamp broke and needing to be fixed. Instead of changing the whole unit that would have cost over four hundred dollars, I had the job re wire it to the post. 
99000 mi

US $700
condensor replaced 

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2013 Honda CR-V 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD

50000 mi

US $250
replace battery. mechanic noticed sluggish ignition. 
35000 mi

US $150
Battery failure - Installed larger battery, battery cover, and battery tray to fit Honda mini-van. 
29000 mi Replaced Bluetooth microphone. 
47000 mi

US $190
Original battery replaced. Car died in parking space. Required tow out of O'hare parking. No indication of battery issues prior to complete failure. Why don't mfg have indicators to track potential issues with batteries, I had same problem with my 2007 Honda Odyssey. 
32000 mi Starter would make a grinding sound upon cold start. Was covered under warranty 
24800 mi Leaking aircon plus overall poor aircon performance since it was six months old. 
49600 mi Faulty Bluetooth microphone replacement 
50000 mi

US $22
Driver's side headlight was replaced because it had burned out. 
58300 mi

US $300
Battery positive cable severely corroded, required battery and cable replacement 
45500 mi After car had to be jump started twice within a short period of time, we took it to the dealer where we purchased it. They replaced the battery after testing it. 
27000 mi Faulty back up camera 
8060 mi

C $135
Car did not start after not being driven for one week. Car was housed in heated garage during this week .Battery tested ok, replaced 410 cca battery with new 500 cold cranking amp battery. 
2700 mi Navi system enters night mode during the bright day. 
12000 mi Backup camera came loose. Was replaced under warranty. 
16000 mi 5 days before the end of the original 3-year vehicle warranty, the battery went dead and was tested by the dealer. A new battery was installed at no charge. 
20000 mi Battery failed twice. Jumped it and battery passed test. Dealer software update per 12-041 1255B9 no charge. Told in future to to turn off auto lights, radio, AC-heat, unplug Nuvi-gps BEFORE TURNING OFF vehicle to prolong BATTERY life. 
34000 mi Replaced battery 
27280 mi

C $1
Back up camera stop working 
30380 mi

C $149
Replaced back up camera. Wheel out of balance. 
18000 mi

US $130
New battery 
11000 mi Backup camera became blurry. Replaced under warranty. 
21000 mi

US $125
AC refrigerant low 
23500 mi

US $150
Short cycle of AC compressor. Added AC compressor oil. 

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2013 Honda CR-V Electrical Problems

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