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At a glance
What can fail
The rear subframe can corrode at suspension attachment points, potentially causing rear suspension components to fail.
What the fix does
This page covers 11 recalls, 227 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Honda Ridgeline.
21–22 mpg combined
10.7–11.2 L/100km
Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The most prominent pattern in 2019 Ridgeline complaints centers on fuel system and engine issues, with powertrain concerns close behind. Owners frequently report emissions-related faults, particularly codes pointing to catalytic converter efficiency and air-fuel ratio imbalances on Bank 2, often accompanied by a check engine or emissions warning light. Some owners describe engine knocking or hammering sounds that escalate quickly, leading to sudden power loss and, in several cases, the engine shutting off entirely while driving. A recurring symptom tied to the fuel and emissions complaints is rough running or sputtering at low RPM, typically below 2,000. Powertrain complaints often describe the vehicle entering limp mode, sometimes at highway speed, requiring a tow. A smaller but notable thread involves the backup camera displaying a black or flickering screen.
227
Total Complaints
8
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
6
With Injuries
By System
The 2019 Honda Ridgeline has 11 recalls, the most serious involving a fuel pump feed port that can crack and leak pressurized fuel, a hood latch striker that can break free and let the hood fly open while driving, a connecting rod bearing that can seize and stall the engine, and rear suspension components that can corrode and fail, causing loss of vehicle control.
On the airbag and restraint side, the passenger seat occupant classification sensor can misread the seat and cause airbags to deploy incorrectly in a crash, while a separate issue with the airbag and seatbelt control unit can prevent airbags and pretensioners from firing at all when needed. There is also a timing belt recall: the belt's teeth can separate, causing an engine stall. Two additional fuel pump recalls cover a broader population of vehicles where pump failure can stall the engine while driving. A center pillar trim clip that sits in an oversized mounting hole can allow the curtain airbag to deploy improperly in a crash. Rounding out the list, the rearview camera wiring harness can break from normal tailgate use, leaving the driver without a rear camera view when reversing.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear subframe can corrode at suspension attachment points, potentially causing rear suspension components to fail.
What the fix does
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Dealers will inspect the rear subframe, install a reinforcement kit, and repair or replace components as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and create an electrical short, potentially causing airbags to deploy unexpectedly during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat weight sensor at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A manufacturing error may cause the connecting rod bearing in the engine to wear and seize, which damages the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the engine and repair or replace it as necessary at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera wiring harness can break when you open or close the tailgate, causing the rearview camera to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rearview camera wiring harness at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The hood latch striker can become damaged and separate from the hood, potentially causing the hood to open while you're driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair or replace the hood latch striker or hood at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt, which could cause the belt to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace any affected timing belt at no cost. The engine will be inspected and any damaged components replaced for free.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Acidic substances like car wash soap can crack the fuel pump feed port, potentially causing fuel system failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump if needed and install a protective fuel pump cover at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The mounting holes for the right center pillar trim panel clip are larger than designed. During a right-side crash, the clip may fail to hold the trim panel, which could interfere with curtain airbag deployment.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a bracket on the right center pillar to securely hold the trim clip in place.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The airbag and seatbelt pretensioner control unit may have a manufacturing defect that prevents airbags or seatbelt pretensioners from deploying during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the SRS control unit at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.