CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Honda Ridgeline has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (14 reports).
2012 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 May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature changes.
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 airbag inflator may explode and spray metal
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture because its propellant degrades over long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly in a Crash
A front passenger air bag may have been installed incorrectly when it was replaced, so it may not deploy properly in a crash.
Passenger Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
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.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture in a Crash
The driver's frontal airbag in these vehicles can be affected by moisture getting into the inflator over time.
Most common 2012 Honda Ridgeline problems
Problem areas named in the 24 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
What owners report
Because of well known water intrusion into the cabin from the firewall, over time the seat risers rust away, and then the compromised metal breaks, at which point the front of the seat is no longer bolted into the floor board. The seat swings backward uncommanded, and may is likely to startle driver, and cause crash. While the seat is swung backward, the driver has NO CONTROL OVER HIS POSITION IN THE VEHICLE. THE SEATBELT ALSO BECOMES COMPROMISED AS THE SEATBELT BELT BUCKLE IS CONNECTED TO THE SEAT ITSELF WHICH ITSELF BECOMES LOOSE FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. I have a video of the broken riser due to rusting over time due to the well known water intrusion issues. I can email you a video so
1. Left Rear Cam Bolt Seized, YES 2. This will not allow for any movement to have tires probably aligned. 3. Yes, I have documentation available upon request 4. No 5. It was caught during an alignment, I first noticed it during the first rear end recall but area was outside of "recall area" and was not addressed by Honda.
After returning from a short trip to the local convenience store smoke was observed coming from under the hood and also into the cabin as the truck was entering the driveway. Driver immediately opened the hood and witnessed that the engine was smoking and on fire. Driver immediately gained access to a hose and extinguished the fire with water. Per the attached photo and the attached service record the fire was initiated and involved the alternator and the attached wire harness. (Note that same week I observed a 2012 Honda Pilot in the shop with the same exact fire (cause and engine location). The VSA warning appeared on the dash and then the smoke was observed. I paid to have vehicle towe
The contact owns a 2012 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and manufacturer were made aware of the issue. The contact was informed by the dealer that no Southern States had the tools to complete the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. The contact stated that the recall was completed and that it is no longer an outstanding issue.
Roof Garnish Molding itâs pop ups two times and i change everything new but my concern is when i drive in the highway or interstate that part can blow off to the air and can cause an accident. Last time I went to the dealership was 07/01/2022. Thatâs my concern. Thank you.
2012 Honda Ridgeline questions
Does the 2012 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2012 Honda Ridgeline: Road salt can corrode frame and cause fuel tank leak; Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shards; Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode and spray metal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Honda Ridgeline?
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (14), Structure (4), Steering (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Honda Ridgeline has been fixed?
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