CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Honda Ridgeline has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 170 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (49 reports).
2020 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.
Rearview camera may fail to display image, raising crash risk
The rearview camera wire harness in the tailgate of certain Honda Ridgeline pickups may fatigue and break over time.
Passenger Airbag May Deploy or Fail to Suppress
A front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, so the system may not switch off the passenger airbag as intended.
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Brakes May Separate From Booster, Risking Loss of Braking
A tie rod fastener connecting the brake booster and brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled at the factory.
Side mirror glass can detach, reducing rear visibility
Heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, so the mirror glass can come loose and detach from the housing.
Hood May Open While Driving, Blocking View
The hood latch striker on these vehicles can become damaged and separate from the hood.
Most common 2020 Honda Ridgeline problems
Problem areas named in the 170 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 49 |
| Unknown Or Other | 42 |
| Engine | 38 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 18 |
| Back Over Prevention | 14 |
| Lane Departure | 13 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 8 |
What owners report
Basically the warning lights and warning tone are showing and sounding off repeatedly when driving. My mechanic advised me that he has seen this issue on other Honda models and there is rumor of a recall. It has to do with the camera located in a housing with the rear view mirror. It is believed the heat here in [XXX] affects the solder abd causes all the safety systems to think there is a problem. The systems do still work, however you get constant dash board warning lights and warning tones. It is not an item that is caused by the owner neglecting maintenance and is estimated at between $1000 to $2000 to have it replaced. Honda should do a recall. It is a safety concern because it
Engine idle stop function failed to restart automatically while i was stopped at a stop light. I was at a complete stop at a four way intersection with vehicles behind me and my vehicle did not restart after light turned green and i released brake and stepped on accelerator. error message flashed stating to press brake and push start button. Vehicles behine me honked for me to proceed but i could not move. i turned on my hazards and attempted to restart engine. i stepped on brake and pushed start button. Vehicle did not start, i repeated stepping on brake and start button again and did not start. I did it a third time and vehcile started. A police car behind me pulled up and asked if i was
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an abnormal knocking sound was heard, and smoke emerged from under the hood. No warning lights illuminated, and the engine failed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, but was not inspected. The vehicle was then towed to another dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failed engine. The dealer informed the contact that a piston went through the engine and advised that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The dealer offered to replace the engine with a s
When driving normally, oncominng traffic is triggering the frontal collision warning system. Is some cases long enough to start the emergency braking procedure if I do not engage the brakes manually preventing the automatic emergency braking. This usually happens on curves in the road in typically right hand curves. This is happening on 2 lane roads at between 45 and 55 mph. Initiating and emergency braking at this speed could send my car into the oncoming traffic. I am concerned for my safety if I do not hit the brakes manually.
The vehicle's Auto-Idle Stop (AIS) feature is defective and creates a severe safety hazard. While stopped at a busy road intersection, the feature engaged and shut the engine off normally. However, when releasing the brake pedal to proceed, the engine glitched and completely failed to restart, leaving the vehicle completely stalled, unpowered, and stranded in live traffic. The vehicle became a sitting duck in the intersection. This is a recurring issue that requires a complete ignition power cycle to recover, posing an immediate risk of a rear-end or side-impact collision. It happens most often under heavy load. Hot day with AC on, or Cold day with Heater on and seat warmers. Dealer ignore
2020 Honda Ridgeline questions
Does the 2020 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2020 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; Rearview camera may fail to display image, raising crash risk; Passenger Airbag May Deploy or Fail to Suppress; Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda Ridgeline?
Based on 170 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (49), Unknown Or Other (42), Engine (38).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 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.