2023 Honda Ridgeline Problems: 7 Known Issues

2023 Honda Ridgeline Problems: 7 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls5 recalls

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

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.

Campaign #24V32100009/05/2024

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

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. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.

Campaign #23V45800029/06/2023

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

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, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear subframe may corrode at the suspension mounting points, which can result in rear suspension component failure.

Campaign #26V36500004/06/2026

STEERING:RACK AND PINION

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.

Campaign #24V18400007/03/2024

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

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 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

Campaign #26V33200021/05/2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Honda Ridgeline problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 394+ owner reports, the 2023 Honda Ridgeline has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Brake Master Cylinder Separation Recall (NHTSA 23V-458), Honda Sensing - Collision Mitigation False Braking, Infotainment Touchscreen Black Screen and System Failure. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Honda Ridgeline reliable?

The 2023 Honda Ridgeline has 7 known issues documented across 394+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Brake Master Cylinder Separation Recall (NHTSA 23V-458) and Honda Sensing - Collision Mitigation False Braking. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Honda Ridgeline problems?

Repair costs for known Honda Ridgeline issues range from $0 to $1,900, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Brake Master Cylinder Separation Recall (NHTSA 23V-458), typically costs $0-$1,500 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2020-2023 Honda Ridgeline Brake Master Cylinder Separation Recall (NHTSA 23V-458)?

The tie rod fastener connecting the brake booster and brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing. Loose or missing nuts allow the brake master cylinder to separate from the brake booster assembly, causing complete loss of brake function - extrem… Repairs typically run $0-$1,500. Severity: high.

What is the 2017-2023 Honda Ridgeline Honda Sensing - Collision Mitigation False Braking?

Honda Sensing collision mitigation braking system (CMBS) gives false alarms and phantom braking, particularly during left-hand turns through intersections with opposite traffic, and on windy roads. The forward collision warning also fails to alert in actual collision scenarios. N… Repairs typically run $0-$600. Severity: high.

What is the 2017-2023 Honda Ridgeline Infotainment Touchscreen Black Screen and System Failure?

Center console infotainment touchscreen goes completely black or becomes unresponsive on 2017-2023 models. System may enter infinite shutdown loop draining battery overnight. Software glitches across all model years and loose fuse connections cause complete audio/navigation syste… Repairs typically run $0-$1,900. Severity: medium.

What is the 2020-2023 Honda Ridgeline Idle Stop & Go (ISG) - Failure to Restart Investigation?

NHTSA investigation EA25-004 covers 2.2 million Honda vehicles including 2020-2023 Ridgeline for idle stop and go (ISG) system failure to restart engine after automatic shutdown at stop lights. Vehicle may fail to automatically restart when stop ends, requiring driver to manually… Repairs typically run $0-$800. Severity: medium.

What is the 2006-2023 Honda Ridgeline Clogged Moonroof Drains and Roof-Seam Sealer Leaks - Wet Headliner and Overhead Console?

Water dripping from the overhead console or pooling on the headliner is a recurring Ridgeline complaint separate from the in-bed trunk leak. Two mechanisms show up on the owners club: the moonroof cassette's front drain tray plugs with pine needles and debris so the tray overflow… Repairs typically run $0-$600. Severity: medium.

What is the 2020-2026 Honda Ridgeline ZF 9-Speed (9AT) Dog-Clutch Hesitation and Harsh Coast-Down Shifts?

The ZF 9HP-based 9-speed automatic fitted to 2020+ Ridgelines uses dog clutches rather than friction packs for some ratio changes. The dog clutch must synchronize gear speeds before it engages, and the PCM cuts engine torque during the event; when the calibration timing drifts th… Repairs typically run $0-$600. Severity: medium.

What is the 2017-2024 Honda Ridgeline Windshield Stress Cracks Along the Lower Edge (Heated Wiper Zone)?

Ridgeline owners repeatedly report a crack that starts at the bottom edge of the windshield - usually in or near the wiper-park area where the heated de-icer element is bonded - and runs horizontally across the glass with no impact chip anywhere to be found. The pattern points to… Repairs typically run $350-$1,200. Severity: low.

All 7 Known Issues

2020-2023 Honda Ridgeline: Brake Master Cylinder Separation Recall (NHTSA 23V-458)#

2017-2023 Honda Ridgeline: Honda Sensing - Collision Mitigation False Braking#

2017-2023 Honda Ridgeline: Infotainment Touchscreen Black Screen and System Failure#

2020-2023 Honda Ridgeline: Idle Stop & Go (ISG) - Failure to Restart Investigation#

2006-2023 Honda Ridgeline: Clogged Moonroof Drains and Roof-Seam Sealer Leaks - Wet Headliner and Overhead Console#

2020-2026 Honda Ridgeline: ZF 9-Speed (9AT) Dog-Clutch Hesitation and Harsh Coast-Down Shifts#

2017-2024 Honda Ridgeline: Windshield Stress Cracks Along the Lower Edge (Heated Wiper Zone)#

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