Is the 2024 Honda Ridgeline reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Honda Ridgeline is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Honda Ridgeline?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Honda Ridgeline have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2024 Honda Ridgeline

▲ Better than typical

2024 Honda Ridgeline
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:36:53.171Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 73
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2024: 73 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2003	0
2004	0
2005	0
2006	242
2007	160
2008	143
2009	35
2010	42
2011	39
2012	24
2013	45
2014	34
2015	2
2017	346
2018	162
2019	237
2020	169
2021	103
2022	118
2023	131
2024	73
2025	103
2026	12

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

40% · 29 reports

Most commonly citing key/sender.

Show complaint excerpts

After coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle does not automatically restart. I am presented with a message that says "system problem detected. shift to park".

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-13

The contact owns a 2024 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while stopping at a red light, the Auto START feature failed to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle started rolling backwards.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-12

Also filed under Engine

The contact owns a 2024 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle with the Push-To-Start feature, the vehicle failed to start. No warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-17

Also filed under Engine

Engine

30% · 22 reports

Exterior lighting

18% · 13 reports

Forward collision avoidance

14% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

Power train

7% · 5 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2024-11-08Back over prevention24V321000 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.

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2025-03-26Engineering analysisOpen No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages

Buy-smart checklist

2024 Honda Ridgeline — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 29 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 22 reports on file for this year.
Exterior lighting: 13 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 24V321000 · Back over prevention

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Honda Ridgeline reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Honda Ridgeline is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Honda Ridgeline?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Honda Ridgeline have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.