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2013 Honda Ridgeline airbags problems

severe 34 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →

Complaints
34
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$1,100
1crash
3injuries

When does it fail?

Of the 34 airbags complaints filed for the 2013 Honda Ridgeline, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.

0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
2 (100%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.

What stands out

No new NHTSA airbags complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

critical NHTSA 18V041000 January 9, 2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are U0H, and G0I.

What owners are reporting 16 most recent

airbags · filed 12/01/2016

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Honda ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated…

airbags · filed 10/20/2021

I took this vehicle to the local Honda dealership in Sioux Falls Sd in 2015 or 2016 and waited (approximately 4 + hours) while they stated they repaired the faulty airbags according to the recall - but since that time I keep receiving these notices so now I don’t know if the Honda dealership didn’t actually repair the passenger airbag or didn’t file the repair

airbags · filed 10/07/2016

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Honda ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. VIN tool confirms…

airbags · filed 10/06/2017

Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Honda ridgeline. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact drove over a wood chipper. The air bags deployed, but did not inflate. The contact sustained injuries to the ribs, chest, back, neck, and nose. Medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a towing facility. Neither the dealer nor manufacturer were contacted. The…

airbags · filed 09/28/2016

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Honda ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

airbags · filed 09/21/2016

Takata recall. I went to cambridge Honda in massachusetts on 22 july 2016 to have a duplicate key made for my 2013 Honda ridgeline at which time I was informed of this recall. I was told that I would be contacted when the parts come in for installation. It's been 2 months and I've heard nothing, when I call them they say they are not in yet and I will be contacted when they come in. In the…

airbags · filed 09/20/2016

Honda notified me in february 2016 of this airbag recall and of this date my dealership (holler Honda orlando) says they have still not been able to get a replacement airbag for my truck.

airbags · filed 09/15/2016

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 Honda ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…

airbags · filed 09/06/2016

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 Honda ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…

airbags · filed 08/30/2016

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 Honda ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v061000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts…

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Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2013 Honda Ridgeline?

It's a meaningful issue. 34 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Based on the 34 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 39,048 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to airbags?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Honda/Ridgeline. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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