2021 Honda Civic Type R A/C Condenser Warranty

American Honda has issued Service Bulletin 21-014, announcing a warranty extension for the A/C condenser on certain Honda Civic Type R vehicles. This extension covers models from 2017 to 2021, providing coverage for 10 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited miles. The bulletin, identified as 21-014 Revision 2 and dated June 19, 2024, supersedes the previous version dated May 28, 2021, with a specific update regarding a changed part number.

Why This Matters: A/C Condenser Warranty Extension

This warranty extension addresses a potential manufacturing defect in the A/C condenser. The original condensers were not manufactured to specification, which can lead to corrosion and the formation of tiny holes in the condenser tube walls. These holes allow refrigerant to leak out, compromising the air conditioning system's performance. The extended warranty ensures that owners of affected 2017-2021 Honda Civic Type R vehicles can have this issue resolved without cost if it stems from a manufacturing defect.

Important Warnings for Owners

Owners should be aware of specific conditions that are not covered under this warranty extension:

• This warranty extension does not apply to any vehicle with a leaking condenser due to foreign object damage.
• Vehicles declared a total loss, sold for salvage by a financial institution or insurer, or those with a branded or similar title under any state's law are not covered.
• Leaks originating from the O-rings or the receiver/dryer cap are not covered by this bulletin.
• If the A/C condenser is not leaking due to corrosion or a manufacturing defect, this bulletin does not apply, and normal system troubleshooting should be followed.
• Damage caused by foreign objects that break the tube face is not covered. However, fin damage without impact to the tube face, or corrosion of the tube face, is covered.

Symptoms of a Defective A/C Condenser

Owners of a 2017-2021 Honda Civic Type R with a defective A/C condenser may notice that their air conditioning system is not cooling effectively. This is typically due to a loss of refrigerant caused by leaks in the condenser. The internal defect code associated with this issue is 6C300, and the symptom code is S9S00.

Diagnosis and Inspection

To diagnose the issue, technicians will perform an inspection procedure to identify leaks in the A/C condenser. This involves evacuating and recharging the A/C system with an appropriate dye. The dye is allowed to circulate for a minimum of 60 minutes with the A/C system running on MAX COOL. Technicians will then use UV light and potentially an ultrasonic leak detector to pinpoint the source of the leak. The inspection specifically checks for leaks in the central condenser area and the joints between horizontal tubes and vertical pipes. Leaks from manufacturing defects will appear as fluorescent green/yellow under UV light.

Repair Procedure Summary

If a leak is confirmed to be caused by corrosion or a manufacturing defect in the Honda Civic Type R A/C condenser, the repair involves replacing the condenser assembly. The general steps include:

1. Connecting an A/C recover/recycle/recharge machine to the high-pressure and low-pressure service ports.
2. Recovering the refrigerant from the A/C system.
3. Measuring and replacing the appropriate amount of refrigerant oil.
4. Removing the front bumper, grille cover, and other components to access the A/C condenser.
5. Disconnecting the discharge hose and receiver pipe from the condenser.
6. Removing the old A/C condenser assembly.
7. Installing a new A/C condenser assembly (part number 80100-TGN-G01).
8. Replacing O-rings (80872-SN7-003 and 80873-SN7-003) on the receiver pipe and discharge hose.
9. Reinstalling all removed components in reverse order, ensuring all fasteners are torqued to specification.
10. Adding the necessary refrigerant oil and refrigerant (08799-0003) to the A/C system.
11. Verifying that there are no leaks and the A/C system functions correctly.

Required Tools or Parts

Technicians will use specific tools and parts for this repair, including:

• Condenser Assembly: 80100-TGN-G02
• O-Ring (1/2 in.): 80872-SN7-003
• O-Ring (8 mm): 80873-SN7-003
• RB100EV Compressor Oil: 38899-64A-A02
• 1234yf Refrigerant: 08799-0003 (quantity based on calculation instructions from service bulletin 16-064)
• R-1234yf A/C Recover, Recycle, Recharge Machine: ROB421234
• R-1234yf Leak Detection Kit: TRP1234YFA
• Marksman II Ultrasonic Leak Detector: TRPT9367L

Warranty Claim Information

For warranty claims related to this Service Bulletin 21-014, specific operation numbers are used:

• Operation Number 6165A3: Inspect the A/C system for leaks (Flat Rate Time: 1.1 hr; Defect Code: 6C300; Symptom Code: S9S00; Template ID: A21014A; Failed Part Number: 80100-TGN-G01).
• Operation Number 6161M3: Inspect the A/C system for leaks (Flat Rate Time: 1.1 hr).
• Operation Number B: Replace the condenser (includes refrigerant evacuation and recharge) (Flat Rate Time: 1.5 hr; Defect Code: 6C300; Symptom Code: S9S00; Template ID: A21014B; Failed Part Number: 80100-TGN-G01).

Owner Action

Owners of eligible 2017-2021 Honda Civic Type R vehicles will receive a notification regarding this warranty extension. If you suspect your Honda Civic Type R A/C condenser is leaking or your A/C system is not performing as expected, contact an authorized Honda automobile dealer. They can perform an iN VIN status inquiry to confirm your vehicle's eligibility and schedule the necessary inspection and repair under the extended warranty.

NHTSA ID: 11002710