Three problems related to engine stall have been reported for the 2002 Honda CR-V. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Honda CR-V based on all problems reported for the 2002 CR-V.
We bought this car in March, 2013. Now in 2014, we noticed the ac wasnt working we attempted to recharge it with freon, but I was told the compressor needed to be replaced. The compressor was replace, the condenser, lines, ex valve, even a sensor. Pretty much all the ac system has been replace. Now we have noticed that once the compressor is on. It causes the engine to stall while driving or making turns. It feels as if the compressor will cause the engine to turn off. As if not bad enough once the car is on park with ac on the compressor will shut-off and the ac will start blowing a humid-smelly air. Once it does this, the compressor's emergency valve will open and flush some freon. It is a very serious safety hazard. I dont feel safe driving the car with my family in it. Specially now that I've read about all the other recalls and complains. Doing my research now (which is too late), I found that Honda was sued due to this issue. Ac compressor malfuntion is to be found in 02-04 Honda crvs. Our crv has been back at the mechanic 3 times the last month, and yet the issue cant be resolve. The mechanic says it has to do with the way the system was design. Alternator and compressor share the same band. I'm afraid and concerned that at somepoint both things will give-out while driving.
While making a left turn the engine stalled. I lost all power to the vehicle. Was able to coast to side and restart car. Took to dealer and they advised they are aware of this problem happening to others and have no fix at this time. Honda looking into it if this occurred on the expressway I could have been killed. Dealer response is not acceptable vehicle unsafe to drive. Dt.
The engine stalled and would not move. Cause was unknown. Dealer had been contacted. Mr. Techinicians from japan were sent to inspect the vehicle. Manufacturer also extended 5 year warranty on engine.