CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Honda Ridgeline has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 243 complaints with NHTSA, including 21 crashes, 15 fires, 19 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (64 reports).
2006 Honda Ridgeline recalls
Road salt can corrode frame and cause fuel tank leak
Road salt buildup can corrode the rear frame where the fuel tank mounting bands attach.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature swings.
Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles may rupture due to propellant degradation after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing error.
Passenger Front Airbag Can Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side front airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during a crash that requires the front airbags to deploy.
Passenger Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator can be affected by moisture intrusion and manufacturing variability.
Most common 2006 Honda Ridgeline problems
Problem areas named in the 243 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 64 |
| Electrical System | 43 |
| Structure | 31 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Unknown Or Other | 17 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 15 |
| Visibility | 15 |
| Suspension | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Engine | 11 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Upon further inspection, the contact and an independent mechanic noticed severe rear frame corrosion. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer twice; however, the vehicle could not be raised up on the lift. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 226,000.
The rear frame of my vehicle is severely rotted. A portion of the underneath hardware is resting on top of the exhaust pipe.
Email I sent to Honda Corporate on XXX. I am contacting executive leadership regarding Honda Corporate Case # ***** My vehicle is currently grounded due to a safety recall and the frame is uninspectable and unsafe to drive per the dealership. A corporate case manager, Breanna, just informed me this afternoon that a buyback AND rental reimbursement will take âmonths or maybe yearsâ. I was also told that the dealership has not even submitted or released ANY paperwork, even though it has been 2 weeks since the incident and 11 days since we contacted Honda Corporate. She also informed me that this would be one of several departments that I would have to go through. This is not only substand
Rust in the frame- missing parts - holes
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that the rear subframe was extremely corroded. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who had repaired the vehicle under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure). The dealer had repaired the vehicle and was awaiting guidance from the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
2006 Honda Ridgeline questions
Does the 2006 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2006 Honda Ridgeline: Road salt can corrode frame and cause fuel tank leak; Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Shrapnel; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards; Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Front Airbag Can Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Honda Ridgeline?
Based on 243 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (64), Electrical System (43), Structure (31).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Honda Ridgeline has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.