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ProblemsByVin File / 2008-HONDA-RIDGELINE
2008 · Honda

Honda Ridgeline problems

1 safety recall. 140 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
60 reports · avg $1,100
moderate
electrical
30 reports · avg $850
severe
body
11 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
8 reports · avg $3,100
severe
visibility
8 reports · avg $350
severe
brakes
6 reports · avg $450
severe
powertrain
4 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
3 reports · avg $700
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2008 Ridgeline · body
The contact owns a 2008 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
12/28/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11499202.0
2008 Ridgeline · electrical
I DRIVE MY 2008 RIDGELINE ON A DAILY BASIS. IN THE MORNING OF THE 18TH OF DECEMBER MY HEAT AND AIR WORKED FINE. LATER IN THE EVENING I WENT TO GO OUT AND MY FAN/HEAT/AIR WOULD NOT WORK. I CHANGED A FEW FUSES BUT STILL GOT NOTHING. I TOOK THE TRUCK TO MY DEALER WHERE I GET…
12/26/2013 · NHTSA ODI #10557293.0
2008 Ridgeline · visibility
IN A SNOW STORM AS THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE WORKING SNOW STARTED TO BUILD UP IN THE SPACE BETWEEN THE HOOD AND THE WINDSHIELD AS THE WIPERS PUSHED IT DOWN. THE SPACE FILLED WITH PACKED SNOW FROM THE WIPERS PACKING IT DOWN. AT THE POINT WHEN THE SPACE WAS FULL THE WINDSHIELD…
12/22/2008 · NHTSA ODI #10252599.0
2008 Ridgeline · brakes
2008 RIDGELINE...I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER ON 2 OCCASIONS REPORTING THE I CAN PUSH THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR. AFTER STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WITH LIGHT PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL I AM ABLE TO PUSH THE PEDAL RIGHT TO THE FLOOR BOARDS. DEALER HAS BLEED THE BRAKES…
12/13/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10370343.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 07V542000 21/11/2007

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE HOLE IN THE SHEETMETAL FRONT BULKHEAD THAT SERVES AS THE BASE AND PIVOT POINT FOR THE HOOD SUPPORT ROD WAS NOT PUNCHED TO SPECIFICATION

IF THE HOOD SUPPORT ROD HOLE FAILS, THE HOOD COULD FALL INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE PROP ROD BASE HOLE AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL REINFORCEMENT PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

Common questions

Is the 2008 Honda Ridgeline reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 140 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Honda Ridgeline is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2008 Honda Ridgeline?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 60 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 2008 Honda Ridgeline?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 140 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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