1993-1997 Honda Civic del Sol: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
1997 Honda Civic del Sol
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1993-1997 Honda Civic del Sol
- Price Range: $900 - $4,300
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Our reliability study for this generation Honda Civic includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Honda Civic .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Air conditioner:
The air-conditioner condenser corrodes due allowing the refrigerant to leak out. (1994-95)
Blower motor:
The blower motor makes a high-pitched squeal, which only some people (and possibly dogs) can hear. (1994)
Climate control:
Temperature-control lever can be hard to move due to binding linkage for the air mix door. (1993-94)
Seatbelts/safety:
Seatbelts may not retract or may retract slowly. Also, the button that keeps the seatbelt tongue from sliding down breaks. The belts should be serviced under the Honda Lifetime Seat Belt Limited Warranty. (1993-97)
Water leak:
Water leaks into the trunk through the antenna mounting hole. (1993-94)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $465 |
| Alternator | $310 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $800 |
| Brakes | $220 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | $470 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $590 |
| Exhaust System | $405 |
| Radiator | $515 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $705 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $185 |
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