Re: CR-V General question
 

jamie wrote:
> Hello
>
> I'm looking to buy a used CR-V. A 2001 model.
>
> Are there any years of CR-V's that are worse for repairs than an
> other year(s)?
>
> And how about Civics or Accords? Any year better than others
> in your opinion.
>
> Thank you so very much
Have a 2003 CRV built date is 09/2002, and the Honda Corporation
replaced the entire AC system after a sudden, catastrophic, failure of
the compressor, at 68,000 miles, April 5, 2007.

We thank Honda Motors USA profusely for the $2,000
gift, that included a rental car overnight. They sorta acknowledged
defective material, without letting on that there was any liability.

But, the scarey thought is that someone will be buying these CR-V's of
2002 through 2005 (the years the service tech. mentioned that see this
problem with the AC compressors).

Well, otherwise, we have owned Hondas since the late 70's, in Japan, in
the Air Force; and, here in the US, along with dozens of other vehicles,
like vans and trucks, by other makers.

We tend to drive them until the "wheels fall off", and do all
maintenance ourselves, except for any 'FREE' factory work we can
negotiate.

Bottom line is that Honda is the most honest and trustworthy marque,
with the best overall products. We have owned and managed used car
dealerships since the 1980's. Some of the other brands of products
that look so nice, aren't. Avoid GM, Ford, Dodge, except for the
heaviest duty trucks. Thus, our preference has been Honda.

I would buy a Certified Used Honda; or, at least have it checked out
by Auto Critic or my favorite Honda mechanic, before finalizing a deal.

Re: CR-V General question
 

jamie wrote:
> Hello
>
> I'm looking to buy a used CR-V. A 2001 model.
>
> Are there any years of CR-V's that are worse for repairs than an
> other year(s)?
>
> And how about Civics or Accords? Any year better than others
> in your opinion.
>
> Thank you so very much
Have a 2003 CRV built date is 09/2002, and the Honda Corporation
replaced the entire AC system after a sudden, catastrophic, failure of
the compressor, at 68,000 miles, April 5, 2007.

We thank Honda Motors USA profusely for the $2,000
gift, that included a rental car overnight. They sorta acknowledged
defective material, without letting on that there was any liability.

But, the scarey thought is that someone will be buying these CR-V's of
2002 through 2005 (the years the service tech. mentioned that see this
problem with the AC compressors).

Well, otherwise, we have owned Hondas since the late 70's, in Japan, in
the Air Force; and, here in the US, along with dozens of other vehicles,
like vans and trucks, by other makers.

We tend to drive them until the "wheels fall off", and do all
maintenance ourselves, except for any 'FREE' factory work we can
negotiate.

Bottom line is that Honda is the most honest and trustworthy marque,
with the best overall products. We have owned and managed used car
dealerships since the 1980's. Some of the other brands of products
that look so nice, aren't. Avoid GM, Ford, Dodge, except for the
heaviest duty trucks. Thus, our preference has been Honda.

I would buy a Certified Used Honda; or, at least have it checked out
by Auto Critic or my favorite Honda mechanic, before finalizing a deal.

Re: CR-V General question - Compressors
 

nerdwizard wrote:
> jamie wrote:
> > Hello
> >
> > I'm looking to buy a used CR-V. A 2001 model.
> >
> > Are there any years of CR-V's that are worse for repairs than an
> > other year(s)?
> >
> > And how about Civics or Accords? Any year better than others
> > in your opinion.
> >
> > Thank you so very much
> Have a 2003 CRV built date is 09/2002, and the Honda Corporation
> replaced the entire AC system after a sudden, catastrophic, failure of
> the compressor, at 68,000 miles, April 5, 2007.
>
> We thank Honda Motors USA profusely for the $2,000
> gift, that included a rental car overnight. They sorta acknowledged
> defective material, without letting on that there was any liability.
>
> But, the scarey thought is that someone will be buying these CR-V's of
> 2002 through 2005 (the years the service tech. mentioned that see this
> problem with the AC compressors).
>

I habe a 2003 Element, and as long as Heat or Defrost is dialed in the
compressor is being used, unless I turn off the fan or put it in Vent
mode.
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Re: CR-V General question - Compressors
 

nerdwizard wrote:
> jamie wrote:
> > Hello
> >
> > I'm looking to buy a used CR-V. A 2001 model.
> >
> > Are there any years of CR-V's that are worse for repairs than an
> > other year(s)?
> >
> > And how about Civics or Accords? Any year better than others
> > in your opinion.
> >
> > Thank you so very much
> Have a 2003 CRV built date is 09/2002, and the Honda Corporation
> replaced the entire AC system after a sudden, catastrophic, failure of
> the compressor, at 68,000 miles, April 5, 2007.
>
> We thank Honda Motors USA profusely for the $2,000
> gift, that included a rental car overnight. They sorta acknowledged
> defective material, without letting on that there was any liability.
>
> But, the scarey thought is that someone will be buying these CR-V's of
> 2002 through 2005 (the years the service tech. mentioned that see this
> problem with the AC compressors).
>

I habe a 2003 Element, and as long as Heat or Defrost is dialed in the
compressor is being used, unless I turn off the fan or put it in Vent
mode.
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