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Honda Ridgeline

EPA MPG: 21 mpg

RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2025 Ridgeline is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.

The 2025 Honda Ridgeline has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2025 Honda Ridgeline owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Backup or other camera/sensors

"This is the Ridgeline Trailsport edition and Honda advertises towing capabilities. Its too bad the software designers dont know how to back up a car with a trailer. Its not that hard. When I go to back up with a trailer I get collision warnings and loud beeps that arent necessary."

Anonymous, FL (2025 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport 3.5-L V6)
Other in-car electronics problem

""Car wash - all sorts of collision warnings come on. I am on a conveyor belt car wash with the car in neutral, but at the end of the wash the car doesnt go into drive. There are cars coming behind me and I dont have time to pull out the manual. I had to put the car in park then in drive! Just stupid. Neutral should mean the car is in neutral. Too many unnecessary distractions with this car. I had a 2019 Ridgeline that I loved. Honda need to go back for its future.""

Anonymous, FL (2025 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport 3.5-L V6)
Phone pairing (e.g., Bluetooth)

"Well if you pair the phone you can't use navagation and if you use navagation you can't use the phone"

Anonymous A., PA (2025 Honda Ridgeline RTL 3.5-L V6)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Loose exterior trim or moldings

"Chrome trim around the driver door came loose spontaneously. Dealer repaired under warranty."

Anonymous, FL (2025 Honda Ridgeline RTL 3.5-L V6)
Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"Three circular spots (size of a half dollar) where the paint finish looks cloudy--doesn't shine."

Anonymous, MO (2025 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition 3.5-L V6)

"Two small paint bubbles."

Anonymous, FL (2025 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition 3.5-L V6)

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Air or water leaks

"Driver side window does not close completely and also bobbles as it raises."

Anonymous, VT (2025 Honda Ridgeline RTL 3.5-L V6)
Squeaks or rattles

"Front drivers seat squeaks constantly whenever movement takes place either from adjusting your sitting position or when the road moves you side to side."

Anonymous A., CA (2025 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport 3.5-L V6)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

""tailgate would not unlock, found missing fuse from the factory by dealer""

Anonymous, OK (2025 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition 3.5-L V6)

"broken windshield"

Anonymous, OK (2025 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport 3.5-L V6)

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Power steering

"The electric power steering failed."

Anonymous A., FL (2025 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition 3.5-L V6)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Locks and latches

"Middle console lid rattled and did not fully close."

Anonymous, MO (2025 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition 3.5-L V6)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
Engine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
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Drive System
Fuel System/Emissions
Exhaust
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Paint/Trim
Noises/Leaks
In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
BACK OVER PREVENTION
May 09, 2024
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Honda (America Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ridgeline vehicles. The rearview camera (RVC) tailgate wire harness may fatigue and break, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.
What should you do:
Dealers will replace the RVC tailgate wire harness, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YI7.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 24V321000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 187290
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