That said I'd go with Bosch or the clevite brand.
Owner reviews for AC compressor
52k on my 2019 Gen 2 no issues outside of A/C compressor getting thrashed a few times lol
We have a 2010 CR-V with 200k miles. It’s been the most absolutely reliable and capable vehicle we’ve ever owned. We live in MN, an it has always gone everywhere we needed with zero problems.
Spent the extra dough (almost always worth it with these cars) and bought the Denso. It’s been perfect.
On Rock Auto, there appears to be a Denso model for both the 1.6L and 1.8L 1997 Corolla.
my current car is a 2017 Volvo v60 t5. and I've done 175000km
love it. but almost replaced it in 2024.
next most expensive repair was a seized AC compressor which then took out the serpentine belt, the quote for that was $1600 but ultimately I got it done for $850.
It’s honestly pretty fun to drive, but just know that insurance and gas aren’t cheap, and parts can get expensive if you don’t have a warranty. About two months into owning it, my AC compressor and condenser had to be replaced.
One other dislike I had was the R4 ac compressor is/was horribly unreliable with r134a refrigerant which had been mandated by ‘95.
I took it to the mechanic. My ac compressor needs to be replaced.
Ac compressor seized
Ac compressor bypass kit $62
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Owner reviews for AC compressor
As of March 2026, PartReview has 139 reviews across 22 manufacturers for AC compressor. 9 of them have enough reviews to participate in the ranking of this part.
Popular manufacturers of AC compressor
The most popular manufacturers of AC compressor on PartReview include:
- Denso - 36 reviews. PR Score: 66, average rating: 3.5.
- OEM Subaru - 15 reviews. PR Score: 37, average rating: 2.3.
- OEM Honda - 11 reviews. PR Score: 37, average rating: 2.4.
- OEM FORD - 10 reviews. PR Score: 30, average rating: 2.0.
- OEM BMW - 9 reviews. PR Score: not available yet, average rating: 1.6.
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Top manufacturers of AC compressor
There are enough reviews to build a ranking. Top manufacturers of AC compressor:
- Denso - 66% positive votes. Balance: +36 votes
- OEM Subaru - 37% positive votes. Balance: -12 votes
- OEM Honda - 37% positive votes. Balance: -9 votes
- OEM FORD - 30% positive votes. Balance: -12 votes
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