2023 Honda Ridgeline
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 241 |
| 2007 | 160 |
| 2008 | 143 |
| 2009 | 35 |
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2017 | 338 |
| 2018 | 160 |
| 2019 | 234 |
| 2020 | 167 |
| 2021 | 101 |
| 2022 | 114 |
| 2023 | 126 |
| 2024 | 58 |
| 2025 | 84 |
| 2026 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
31% of complaints: exterior lighting — 39 distinct reports on file.
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Auto high beams do not work properly. When using they do not work as intended and cause an extreme danger for visibility. I nearly hit a deer at highway speeds due to failure to operate when should have been in high beam.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221121
The auto headlights have not worked at all since we have owned this vehicle. I have followed the instructions to the letter to setup the auto headlight function up.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221027
16% of complaints: engine — 20 distinct reports on file.
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I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Honda Ridgeline with approximately 23,995 miles. My primary concern is an intermittent transmission/powertrain malfunction.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260806
Also filed under STRUCTURE
13% of complaints: electrical system — 17 distinct reports on file.
FIRE13% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
9% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.
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On about 5 occasions, and at a stop light, the auto stop did not re-engage when I attempted to move forward. The first time it happened I only had about 28k miles on it and I was making a left at a light in [XXX].
NHTSA ODI report, 20260717
SAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 23V458000 — check if this car was fixed
Rear-View Camera Failure
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Passport and Ridgeline vehicles. The inner ball joint housing in the steering gearbox assembly may loosen and detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gearbox as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is LHY.
Campaign 24V184000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V321000 — check if this car was fixed
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021...
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2026.
Campaign 26V365000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Honda Ridgeline — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V365000 (structure, suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V458000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V184000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V321000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Honda Ridgeline reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Honda Ridgeline is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Ridgeline?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Ridgeline have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.