2017 Honda Ridgeline
Common Problems
Ranked from 146 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
24 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Backup camera failure due to wiring harness issues
20complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe backup camera stops working due to the wiring harness breaking at the tailgate hinge.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V888000
- 2
Tailgate Wiring Harness Failure
20complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe tailgate wiring harness for the backup camera frequently fails due to repeated opening and closing, causing the camera to stop functioning.
$300–$1,500est. wiring harness repair · 2–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V888000
- 3
Engine Rod Bearing Failure
15complaintsHigh severityEngineRod bearings in the engine fail, causing engine noise, loss of power, and potential engine seizure or fire.
Related recall: 23V751000
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Engine Seizure
14complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine seizes up, causing the vehicle to lose power and potentially stall or stop unexpectedly.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V751000
- 5
Electrical System Issues Leading to Dashboard Warning Lights
10complaintsMedium severityElectricalVarious warning lights on the dashboard illuminate intermittently, indicating electrical system issues.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V888000
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Fuel System Failure Causing Vehicle to Stall
10complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel injectors fail, causing the vehicle to stall and enter limp mode.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V053000, 23V858000
- 7
Fuel System Ice Build-Up
10complaintsMedium severityFuel systemIce forms in the capless fuel filler system, preventing the vehicle from being fueled in cold weather.
Related recalls: 19V053000, 23V858000
- 8
Engine Knocking and Connecting Rod Issues
8complaintsMedium severityEngineConnecting rod issues lead to engine knocking, which can cause engine failure if left unaddressed.
Related recall: 23V751000
- 9
Fuel System Issues
8complaintsMedium severityFuel systemFuel injection system malfunctions lead to engine stalling, loss of power, and potential fire hazards.
Related recalls: 19V053000, 23V858000
- 10
Fuel filler capless design allows water to collect and freeze
7complaintsHigh severityFuel systemWater collects in the fuel filler neck and freezes, blocking the fuel nozzle and potentially causing vehicle performance issues or safety hazards.
Related recalls: 19V053000, 23V858000
- 11
Engine Performance Issues
5complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine performance is poor, with issues such as jerking and vibration at certain speeds.
Related recall: 23V751000
- 12
Keyless start system problems
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe keyless start system periodically displays errors on the dashboard, affecting the walk-away auto lock function.
Related recall: 16V888000
- 13
Engine Knocking Noise
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine produces a knocking noise, often due to rod bearing failure, without any warning lights.
Related recall: 23V751000
- 14
Brake system malfunctions leading to spontaneous brake applications
3complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system occasionally applies the brakes without warning, posing a safety risk to the driver and passengers.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Transmission Shifting Problems
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionTransmission shifting is violent and inconsistent, causing gear slippage and difficulty starting off.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 16
Battery Drain Due to Keyless System
2complaintsLow severityElectricalThe keyless system drains the battery, causing the vehicle to fail to start properly.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V888000
- 17
Electrical system failures including dashboard warnings and power loss
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalMultiple electrical system issues cause dashboard warnings, power loss, and malfunctioning safety features.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V888000
- 18
Electrical System Interference with Safety Features
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalSafety features such as stability control and road departure mitigation malfunction due to electrical issues.
Related recall: 16V888000
- 19
Engine Emissions System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine emissions system fails, leading to rough engine performance and emission-related warning lights.
Related recall: 23V751000
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Engine Stall at Idle
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle, often due to stop-start system failure, causing the vehicle to unexpectedly stop during operation.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V751000
- 21
Sunroof Malfunction
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe sunroof malfunctions, sometimes exploding or shattering without warning.
- 22
Suspension clunking and shaking upon passing bumps
2complaintsMedium severitySuspensionThe suspension produces noticeable clunking sounds and shaking when passing over bumps, indicating potential safety concerns.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 23
Torque Converter Failure
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe torque converter fails, causing the transmission to shift harshly and leading to potential engine damage.
$1,500–$3,000est. torque converter replacement · 6–10 hrs laborGet local quotes - 24
Transmission shudder between gears
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission experiences shuddering between gears, especially during acceleration or deceleration.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.