CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Honda Ridgeline has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 162 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (49 reports).
2018 Honda Ridgeline recalls
Rear subframe corrosion can cause suspension failure and loss of control
Corrosion can develop where the rear subframe attaches to the suspension, weakening the mounting points.
Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash
A front passenger seat weight sensor can crack and short circuit, which may cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Rearview camera may fail, reducing rear visibility
Opening and closing the tailgate on certain 2017-2019 Honda Ridgeline vehicles may break the rearview camera wiring harness.
Hood May Open While Driving, Blocking View
The hood latch striker on these vehicles can become damaged and separate from the hood.
Fuel Pump Can Crack and Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk
Certain 2017-2019 Honda Ridgeline trucks may have a fuel pump feed port that can crack after exposure to acids, such as those found in some car wash soaps.
Front seats may break loose in a crash
Certain 2018 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles may have front power seats assembled with improperly made rivets.
Most common 2018 Honda Ridgeline problems
Problem areas named in the 162 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 49 |
| Back Over Prevention | 34 |
| Engine | 22 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 |
| Unknown Or Other | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Structure | 9 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 |
| Lane Departure | 6 |
What owners report
My truck has a persistent driveline vibration, judder, and hesitation issue. This condition creates sudden, unexpected driveline surge and power-delivery hesitation, which poses a distinct safety concern. Honda TSB 23-078 (Warranty Extension for Torque Converter), acknowledges a manufacturing defect in the torque converter lock-up piston. Moreover, failure of the torque converter may also compromise my truck's transmission and cause a significant safety risk to myself as well as other vehicles and persons in them. The problems with my truck have been documented by local dealer Island Honda during a recent recent service visit. The dealer invoice explicitly states: "While driving recorded
My 2018 Honda Ridgeline experienced an internal transmission failure June 2026. Local Honda dealership installed a Honda remanufactured transmission under my extended warranty, I picked up the vehicle on July 7, 2026. About 400 miles later, about July 25, the replacement transmission exhibited delayed engagement when shifting into Drive, shuddering and severe jolts during shifting. The dashboard displayed âTransmission System Problem,â âBlind Spot Info System Problemâ and âEmission System Problemâ warnings. Safety concern: The delayed engagement and unexpectedly harsh shifting may interfere with my ability to accelerate or control the vehicle, particularly when entering traffi
From researching this, my Honda 2018 Ridgeline is having a problem with the Keyless Access/TPMS Control Unit, causing the vehicle security alarm to go off when the vehicle is idol which could result in a dead battery if not attended. Honda referenced this manufacturing defect in its Service Bulletin 21-055 dated XXX. I have attached a copy of the Service Bulletin. Since this problem is affecting a number of different Honda models, my question is if this admitted manufacting problem is under consideration for a recall by NHTSA. Honda dealers are changing upwards of $800-$1,000 to replace and program the unit. Thank you. [XXX], [XXX] or [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF I
I have had the vehcile in traffic when it can cause banging sounds, have transmission slippage, and not allow the transmission to shift into higher gears, other occurences include transmission shudder. I was told the reset would be to change the transmission fluid with a 3 flush process at the dealership with a cost in excess of $750. Unfortunately that did not work. I have multiple error code lights on the dashboard that light up to include emission control issue, On the site transmission trouble hub. com they list the following: Consequences of Ignoring Transmission Problems Ignoring transmission issues can lead to severe consequences that affect not just your vehicleâs performance but
The vehicle was being driven under normal highway conditions while towing a boat within the vehicle's rated towing capacity. The driver observed the oil pressure warning light illuminate and continued driving normally for approximately 20-30 minutes, at which point the engine lost power and stalled. The vehicle would not restart. Upon inspection, engine oil and transmission fluid were both found at proper levels with no signs of contamination, and the crankshaft was confirmed to be fully seized (will not rotate by hand). There was no prior knocking noise or warning sign before the oil light illuminated. The safety of the driver was put at risk due to the possibility the bearings could eject
2018 Honda Ridgeline questions
Does the 2018 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline: Rear subframe corrosion can cause suspension failure and loss of control; Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash; Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving; Rearview camera may fail, reducing rear visibility; Hood May Open While Driving, Blocking View. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda Ridgeline?
Based on 162 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (49), Back Over Prevention (34), Engine (22).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.