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ProblemsByVin File / 2006-HONDA-RIDGELINE
2006 · honda

honda Ridgeline problems

3 safety recalls. 240 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.0 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
59 reports · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
42 reports · avg $850
severe
body
27 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
19 reports · avg $3,100
severe
powertrain
14 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
visibility
14 reports · avg $350
severe
suspension
10 reports · avg $900
moderate
brakes
8 reports · avg $450
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2006 Ridgeline · other
i had my vehicle put through the recall test on 9/13/2022 i have not heard a peep from Honda, almost 4 months later
12/31/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11499643.0
2006 Ridgeline · body
INSIDE DOOR RELEASES WILL NOT WORK. HONDA HAD A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN ON THIS MATTER OF DEFECTIVE DOOR CLIPS. HOWEVER WHEN I CALLED THE DEALER SAID THIS WAS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. HOW CAN THIS NOT BE A SAFETY ISSUE? WHAT HAPPENS IF THE VEHICLE IS IN AN ACCIDENT AND DRIVER…
12/29/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385473.0
2006 Ridgeline · electrical
ON 5 NOV 09, I ATTENDED A BUSINESS MEETING IN DEERFIELD BEACH. WHEN I WAS READY TO RETURN TO WEST PALM BEACH, I TURNED ON THE TRUCK IGNITION TO START IT AND IT MADE A COUPLE OF CLICKS AND NOTHING HAPPENED. I AUTOMATICALLY ASSUMED IT WAS THE BATTERY SINCE IT WAS OVER FOUR YEARS…
12/22/2009 · NHTSA ODI #10296666.0
2006 Ridgeline · visibility
WHILE RIDING DOWN THE HIGHWAY THE BACK WINDOW THAT OPENS AND CLOSES SHATTERED ALL OVER TWO PEOPLE IN THE TRUCK. I THOUGHT ALL THE GLASS IN THE VEHICLE WAS SUPPOSE TO BE SAFETY GLASS. THERE WAS NO REASON BEHIND THE GLASS SHATTERING, IT JUST EXPLODED. OTHER WINDOWS IN THE VEHICLE…
12/22/2008 · NHTSA ODI #10252527.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

critical NHTSA 14V353000 20/06/2014

American Honda Motor Company, Inc

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflators in all affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during August 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
critical NHTSA 14V700000 04/11/2014

American Honda Motor Co

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
severe NHTSA 07V097000 14/03/2007

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, A COIL WIRE INSIDE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY MAY BREAK, CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP TO LOSE POWER

IF THE FUEL PUMP LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE COULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING, AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

Common questions

Is the 2006 Honda Ridgeline reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 240 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Honda Ridgeline has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2006 Honda Ridgeline?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 59 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Honda Ridgeline has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Honda Ridgeline?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 240 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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