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ProblemsByVin File / 2019-HONDA-RIDGELINE
2019 · honda

honda Ridgeline problems

3 safety recalls. 226 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

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

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Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints

fuel system
36 reports · avg $1,200
moderate
powertrain
35 reports · avg $2,500
severe
engine
29 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
28 reports · avg $850
moderate
body
20 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
brakes
10 reports · avg $450
severe
visibility
5 reports · avg $350
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 Ridgeline · fuel system
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated while accelerating, the vehicle stalled. While driving at slow speeds, the vehicle began to sputter. While driving 65 MPH and accelerating, while attempting to pass a tractor-trailer, the vehicle hesitated. There were…
12/31/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11633322.0
2019 Ridgeline · powertrain
While driving on the highway, the BLIND SPOT INFO SYSTEM PROBLEM and TRANSMISSION SYSTEM PROBLEM came on. Vehicle was driving normal but I notice all the BSI alert, Rear Camera stopped working. I drove the vehicle to Autozone. I had them.pull the DTC code which was P0741.…
12/27/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11562208.0
2019 Ridgeline · engine
The engine light came on and cam shaft caused the rod bearing to fail. I see there is a recall 23v751. But my vehicle vin. Is not on it 2019 honda ridgeline
12/26/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707126.0
2019 Ridgeline · engine
This is my second Honda ridgeline. The first was a 2014 model. This 2019 ridgeline has a distinctive metal knocking noise in the engine when running. The noise gets quite loud the colder the initial startup and under initial load. It gets quieter after running on the highway for…
12/22/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11706637.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 18V664000 27/09/2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

In the event of a crash, if the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners do not function as intended, there would be an increased risk of injury.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the SRS unit, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B2R, C2P, and Z2Q.
severe NHTSA 19V053000 24/01/2019

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

A crack in the fuel pump feed port can allow pressurized fuel to leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, if necessary, and install a fuel pump cover, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall number for this recall is Q3V.
severe NHTSA 22V867000 23/11/2022

Honda (American Honda Motor Co

An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2023. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6RW.

Common questions

Is the 2019 Honda Ridgeline reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 226 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 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 2019 Honda Ridgeline?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is fuel system, with 36 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,200 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The fuel system is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,200 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 2019 Honda Ridgeline?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 226 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,200, 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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