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A Honda class action lawsuit alleges that 2016 to 2018 Honda Civics possess a defective air conditioning system.
Plaintiff Andre Wong says he owns a 2016 Honda Civic and was not informed of the air conditioning defect at the time of his purchase. Allegedly, he purchased the vehicle new and no defects were disclosed.
Wong states that over the course of three years, he brought his vehicle in for service related to the AC defect. Honda technicians reportedly tried to repair the problem but have not provided an effective repair.
The defect in the 2016 – 2018 Honda Civics allegedly causes the vehicle’s air conditioning system to malfunction and stop working while the it’s in operation. According to Wong, the problem is caused by a defect in the design or manufacture of the air conditioning condenser unit.
The Honda class action lawsuit states that the air conditioner defect negatively affects the drivers’ use and enjoyment of their vehicles. Additionally, the problem allegedly affects the safety and value of the 2016 – 2018 Class vehicles.
According to the Honda A/C class action lawsuit, the lack of a functioning air conditioner can cause health problems that expose the driver and occupants of the vehicle to an increased risk of injury or death. Allegedly, these risks are exacerbated by the fact that climate control and defroster controls are affected.
In his Honda class action lawsuit, Wong claims that Honda actively concealed the fact that the air conditioners in the 2016, 2017, and 2018 Honda Civic were prone to failure. Allegedly, the company also concealed the health risks associated with the defect.
Wong claims that Honda has long been aware of the defect but makes a practice of refusing to repair air conditioners without charging customers. According to Wong, the company goes so far as to refuse to acknowledge the problem when owners or lessees of the vehicles bring their vehicles in for service related to problems with the defect.
Wong goes on to say that many drivers have requested that Honda provide a remedy for the A/C problem at no charge, but Honda fails to acknowledge the defect. Allegedly, Honda refuses to acknowledge the defect even when it occurs within the warranty period.
The plaintiff claims that Honda further recommends costly repairs to customers which they are forced to pay for themselves.
This is not the first time that Honda has faced complaints over alleged air conditioning defects. In 2012, the company settled similar claims of AC/compressor defects in some Honda Odyssey, Honda CR-V and Acura TSX vehicles. Now, customers are claiming that the problem may plague more vehicles.
Have you experienced a problem with your Honda’s air conditioning? Let us know in the comment section below!
Wong is represented by David C. Wright, Richard D. McCune, Steven A. Haskins, and Mark I. Richards of McCune Wright Arevalo LLP; and by Marcus J. Bradley and Kiley L. Grombacher of Bradley/Grombacher LLP.
The Honda Civic Air Conditioning Problem Class Action Lawsuit is Andre Wong v. American Honda Motor Co. Inc., et al., Case No. 2:19-cv-10537, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
UPDATE: The Vehicle Safety Defect Investigation is now open! If you own a vehicle that has a safety defect you believe should be covered by the warranty and it’s not, submit your information here.
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1,077 thoughts onHonda Class Action Alleges Civic A/C Defect
Went into Hoehn Honda for my 2017 Honda Civic and they told me the condenser was leaking which was covered under warranty, but not the evaporator. It looks like this is a common issue for more people than just me.
Bought a 2017 Honda Civic new. Car was back at the dealer within the first 3 mos for air not blowing cold. Two years later same problem, this time they said condensor and evaporator was bad. They wanted 4200 bucks to fix. This was before they extended the warranty. I talked to the manager and got him down to 2400 to do the repair. Shelled it out and it worked fine till the day the car was totaled, Mar 2023. I still want this class action to succeed so I can get my money back. I do believe I am done with Honda. Won’t buy another.
I’ve gone to the Honda dealership 3 times in the last 2 years to have my ac lines inspected. It’s been $300 each time for them to cycle the refrigerant, put in some dye, then tell me that the condenser is fine. Each time my Honda has blown cold for a month then it’s hot again. I just took my Honda in for the 4th time to a different deal and they performed another diagnostic, and they discovered that BOTH my evaporator AND condenser are leaking and they was $2000 to replace it. So all in, I’m looking at $2900 to get it repaired and I’m worried it won’t even last.
Honda Civic Si 2017
It’s free and the dealer knows it. Had my 2018 Civic ..two same parts ..replaced in July of 2023
Google free replacement of those two parts no mileage restrictions
I stand corrected, it was the evaporator that isn’t covered Honda quoted me over $2100 to replace.
My 2017 civic Si started having AC problems this year. I was outside if the 3 year warranty so I took it to a local shop and they said there was no leak so I paid $500 plus to recharge my system, I got a recall notice from Honda 2 weeks later, I took the car into Honda and they said the rings and pump (only parts being covered under the 10 year extended warranty) are in tact and not leaking. They said my AC compressor is leaking but that’s not covered by the extended warranty so I would have to pay $2100+ to replace. Then I started having a plethora of system errors pop up on my dashboard. I took it into Honda again and they said it’s my AC control unit malfunctioning. Again, not covered by recall so another $600.99. It’s been a grand total of $3200 in 6 months for a vehicle I just paid off with only 48,000 miles. Honda needs to take responsibility for this and figure out a permanent fix. This was my first Honda. It will definitely be my last!
My 2018 civic has faulty a/c system
I just purchased a 2016 Honda Civic and the only problem we have concerns about is the AC. We are going to take it in to check the Freon. I hate to hear there is a class action against Honda concerning the air conditioning. I’m already battling a class action suit for my 2017 Kia Sportage motor.
This is the second time my AC went out on my 2017 Honda Civic. Replace the compressor and recharged. It cost me almost $1800. And having the same problem again less than 13 months later. They’re telling me that it’s $180 just to diagnose it. 😡😡😡
I have a 2018 Honda civic and in July 0f 2021 I brought to the honda dealership( Bianci Honda ERIE PA. because the AC was blowing warm air. Service dept said it was low on freon and filled. Cost me 219.58 air worked until august of 2022 ( I live in NW pa so only use A/C maybe 6mo out of year) and again I brought to Service Dept. ( Bianci Honda ERIE PA. ) for the same issue blowing warm air , and was told that my civic was not covered under the the extended warranty issued by honda for both A/C compressor shaft seal and the A/C condenser. They emptied all the freon and said it would Cost $2,935.85 to fix ??? If you ask me, Honda has instructed the techs to keep from having to pay for a faulty A/C system and in return has chosen to screw the consumer. i would like to be a part of A class action suit against the honda motor corp. in hopes that they will have to pay for the wrong they have done.
Own a 2017 Honda Civic. Have had to charge the AC system twice since we purchased it. Took it to the dealer today to have the system checked and have been told it is a leaking evaporator. Was quoted $2,200 and change to repair.
I too experienced this same situation.. the evaporator is apparently not included in the 10 year warranty extension.. only the compressor and condenser… I have a 2016 Civic.. only 48000 miles on it..