2017 - 2023 Honda ridgeline common problems

On this video I go over some of the very minor issues you can expect when purchasing a second gen 17 + ridgeline.

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[ovidio]

2017 ridgeline, Just crossed 100, 000 miles. The only issue I experienced was warped front brake rotors at 60, 000 miles. I would by this again without a second thought.

[joefratianni]

I have a '21. By far the biggest issue that you didn't mention is the water leaks in the rear cab seams. I just got mine back after a month at the dealer trying to find the leak in the cab. It was a couple of seams on the passenger side down towards the bottom. There are vids here on youtube showing example. Everyone who owns from a '20 up should pull the rear sill plates and check the carpet for wetness, especially if the windows fog up when you start the truck. Its a widespread issue that seems to be in batches, not every vehicle. The auto start/stop issue is a recall and warranty is extended. They start with PCM update and if necessary they do a valve adjustment to fix the problem. The tailgate release is prone to breaking as its pretty weak, the harness being pinched happened to mine and had to be replaced. They 9spd needs routine fluid flush, 25k to 30k max or it jutters and surges under load. The rotors warp after 2 or three hard stops but tend to smooth back out if you are easy for a while, I agree they are undersized. There is currently a new recall for some pre 20 trucks, issues with the 3.5l eating itself that is concerning since the engine is essentially the same all the way to the end of 23. Time will tell if there are more. Overall the build quality was good and its a great riding truck that does 90% of what any home owner would need for a small truck.

[NilesRiver]

2019 RTLE here. 52k miles, with 10k towing 3300lb travel trailer. As soon as I noticed transmission shutter I took it to the dealer for trans flush. After flush shutter was still there. Turns out the Honda dealer here will not replace the trans fluid filter.. they deny it exists! So I changed the fluid again myself and did the filter. No more shutter. Great truck, hope to keep it for years and years to come. Thanks for the great video

[busterboyd]

I have the 2019 Pilot with 6 speed trans and bought it used with 34k miles on it. I noticed within a couple of weeks of owning it that the transmission would shudder at lower rpm. When using cruise control the rpm's would jump up and down. Did some research online and came to the same conclusion as this video that the transmission fluid had to be drained and filled.

I've put about 15k miles on it since the drain the fill and no problems so far. Most sources online are recommending a drain and fill every 30k miles so I think I'll stick with that.

Other than that I haven't had any other problems with the car. It drives nice and actually handles surprisingly well for such a large vehicle. It's a great road trip car. We've crossed the country 3 times in it so far and the only complaint I have is that the seats could be softer. I have the LX so it's cloth seats. Not a problem for daily driver but not great for 8+ hours of driving.

[allanmayo]

I have 2019 ridgeline fully loaded, custom tires, and rims running boards, etc... my torque converter went out at 35, 000 miles after doing some investigation I found that to be a problem for this model. The honda dealer gave me the runaround for about two visit, I told them fix the truck and stop wasting our time. That's my time and his time. The job took approximately 8 to 9 days to complete. Happy to say they did a great job. This problem looms over honda owners, who are unaware of this problem. Honda is disingenuous in that the torque converter should have been a factory fix, instead of allowing the torque converter to run it's course, meaning if it breakes down during warranty they fix, out of warranty you fix which can be a 4 or 5 thousand $ bill. Trans can last from 200 to 300 thousand miles not just 30 or 40 thousand miles. Bad Honda. Thanks for the😊 up dates.

[SVTJD]

Just bought a 23 Ridgeline RTL has 88 miles on it now had it for 3 days. Had Hondas for the last 15 years this is my first Ridgeline. Loving it so far. Lots of compliments on the sonic gray.

[runwayray]

My 2020 Ridgeline charging ports for the phone connection failed. Dealer stated that there could be a short in the wire harness. It also effected the display and needed to be replaced. At that point I looked into offers for a new model and got the 2023 Ridgeline. Other than the short, the truck performance is excellent. Who ever buys that truck won’t be disappointed once fixed.

[williamterrill]

Thank you for letting me know. I would’ve not thought about the shifter and water damage since the cup holder is so close. I would have thought they would have a gasket to prevent that.

[woodswalker]

I'm on my second Ridgeline. The 06 I bought used with 155000 on it never, ever let me down. I picked up a 2023 in late 2022. So far so good. More power. Better gas mileage. Smoother ride. It's a very nice truck.

[jakeguzman]

Thanks for posting common problems. I had an additional issue with variable cylinder timing at 35 miles an hour on my 2019. The truck would rumble and vibrate when going at that cruising speed. I researched the problem and there were devices you could buy to prohibit the issue. Truly liked the truck, but getting honda to do anything about it. ah! Great trucks, but nothing I own has been so annoying to me. Ended up getting rid of it.

[monahantp]

Love our 2023, with one exception-- water leaking into the cab. So far we've found two leaks, one coming from a bad seal in the rear window, and another from the bed where it mates to the cab (on both drive & passenger sides) sealant between the two was completely missing. Because the padding underneath the carpet acts like a sponge, most people won't know about the water leaking into the cab unless they lift up the floor mats; that's how we discovered the problem with our truck. Turns out this is a very common problem since 2017, with several different water entry points identified.

[nblciwl]

2009 Ridgeline here with 127K miles. Only issue I’m currently having is that it’ll burn oil so I have to keep an eye on it in between oil changes. My son can’t wait to get it when he turns sixteen. It’s a keeper!
Thanks for the video, because I plan to get a newer model in a couple of years.

[noneya]

Warped rotors are a real thing. 10k miles on my 2023 leased Ridgeline and I have to have them resurfaced already. Day to day driving, no towing, and no heavy loads. I really like the versatility of the Ridgeline, but the rotors being so undersized is an issue Honda needs to address.

[cliftonyoung]

I had a 2017 that was stolen, was replaced with a 2021 Ridgeline exl with 17, 000km on it now, the 2017 felt more peppy under light throttle and shift gears with out drama. my biggest gripe with the 2021 Ridgeline is the way it shift gears especially the first two or three gear, holding the gears like it is in sport mode, but lower the rpm at highway speeds.the other gripe is the hood don't perfectly line up the the bar that goes from one headlight to the other, rubber adjusters don't make a difference which way you turn them, seem to be a larger Gap between the hood and this bar on the passenger side vs the driver side.

[terrysweatman]

I had a 2006 ridgeline with 150, 000 miles. 1 new timing belt, regular service and tires. No problems. Now have a 2019 with 47, 000 miles no problems so far. Great vehicle.

[LostHunter]

I have 180, 000 kms and never experienced any serious problems with my 2019 Honda Ridgeline Sport. I still have the original brake pads lol Truth be told, I have driven my vehicle mostly on the highway than in the city. The most money I spent on the maintenance was the front struts assembly which cost me around $2500+ when I reached 175, 000 kms (roads are bad in Quebec)

[tacocin]

2018 RTL-E hood flutters when a big truck passes by or from the blowers at a car wash. Dealer re-glued hood spars but still does the same thing. Recalled to inspect the hood latch but haven't acted on it yet.

[jamesbowman]

I've been researching vehicles hard for the past couple of years, and all I can say is; They don't build them like they used too. Sad times we are living in considering how expensive they are.

[maloney]

2019 RTL owner. Rear window was replaced because of wind noise when I first purchased it. Had several small recalls since I purchased it brand new, currently has a fuel pump recall. Waiting to hear from Honda to see if my vin is one of the recalled trucks. Transmission felt weird a couple of years ago. Dealer made adjustment. Just had the tranny fluid changed in 2023. Truck only has 40k plus miles on it. I drive it maybe once a week. Kinda losing faith in the newer Honda vehicles. We still own our 1997 Honda Accord which we purchased new. It currently has 2000K miles on it. Has no rattles. It's an amazing car. I have my 2009 Honda CRV, with 188K miles on it. It even spent two years in Denver. Now it's back home in California. It has been a wonderful vehicle. Only had a few small recalls. My favorite Honda so far. I heard the Ridgeline might have another recall concerning the engine. If that is correct, I will be selling this vehicle and going with a Toyota Tacoma.

[greedomccan]

2019 honda ridgeline Sport with 6 speed transmission haven't come across any issues except fuel pump recall it's been great so far