2010 Honda Ridgeline problems
The Honda Ridgeline is a mid-size pickup truck manufactured by Honda. Currently the company's only pickup, it is built using a unibody frame and a transverse-mounted engine. It is offered only in a crew–cab short-box configuration with one powertrain.
First generation (YK1; 2006)
The first-generation Ridgeline went on sale in March 2005 as a 2006 model year vehicle. The Car Design Yearbook called it "Honda's first foray into the true heartland of the American automotive way of life—the pickup truck." An engineering team from Honda R&D Americas, led by Gary Flint, designed the vehicle. According to the author of Driving Honda, the automaker wanted to target buyers who were looking to move to a pickup from sedans, minivans, and sport utility vehicles (SUV).
The development started in 2001 with a development mule using an extended version of a first-generation Acura MDX with a competitor's pickup bed integrated into the rear structure. After four years of development, a Sport Utility Truck Concept was shown at the 2004 North American International Auto Show. Later that same year, Honda unveiled a revised version at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show and announced the official name of the vehicle, the Ridgeline. The production version of the Ridgeline was unveiled the following year at the 2005 North American International Auto Show.
Honda's publications claim that the first generation Ridgeline shared only 7% of its components with other Honda vehicles. Its powertrain resembled the one used in the first-generation Acura MDX but was "extensively calibrated and strengthened" for heavier hauling and towing duties.
Production of the first generation Ridgeline ended in early 2015.
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Common 2010 Honda Ridgeline problems
The Honda Ridgeline, introduced in 2006, is a unique blend of ruggedness, smooth driving, and practicality. While it has gained a reputation for reliability, certain common problems have been reported by owners. This article will detail these issues, focusing on the 2010 model year.
- Front struts: At higher mileage, front struts may require replacement, costing between $600 and $900 for two struts. This is a common issue in many vehicles as they age and accumulate miles.
- Rusted U-joint bearing: A rusted U-joint bearing in the propeller shaft can cause vibrations, especially during acceleration or deceleration. While the propeller shaft replacement is relatively straightforward, the part is expensive. Explore options to rebuild it and replace the U-joint separately for cost savings.
- Transmission cooler lines: Rust and leaks in the transmission cooler lines near the radiator and power steering lines on the front subframe are common, especially in regions with winter salt use. Timely repair of leaks is crucial to prevent further damage.
- Faulty O-ring: A faulty O-ring can cause a whining noise from the power steering pump. This inexpensive and easy repair can be done with the help of videos online.
- Plastic pulleys: Plastic pulleys (cable guides) allowing rear seats to fold up are prone to breaking in the 2006-2011 Ridgeline. Follow Honda TSB 10-068 for an easy and inexpensive fix using replacement metal pulleys.
- Broken sway bar link: A broken sway bar link may cause rattling or clunking noises from the front end. Prompt replacement is essential, and a thorough inspection is recommended to identify any additional damaged components.
- Brake calipers: Brake calipers may become seized, requiring replacement ($220-350). A malfunctioning caliper can cause "brake drag," giving the sensation that the car is not rolling freely.
- Loose intermediate shaft heat shield: A loose intermediate shaft heat shield may lead to a rattle under the truck during acceleration. Replacing the heat shield and damaged nuts or gaskets should resolve the issue.
- Grease spatters in wheel wells: Grease spatters in wheel wells or inside wheels indicate leaking CV boots. While a boot replacement is affordable, consider your mechanic's suggestion to replace the entire CV axle ($250 to $400 for one front CV axle).
- Failing air-fuel ratio sensor: A failing air-fuel ratio sensor (Front O2 sensor) can trigger code P0134, costing around $90-$130 in labor plus the part cost.
- Malfunctioning TPMS sensor: A malfunctioning TPMS sensor may keep the TPMS light on, requiring replacement ($80 to $170 for one sensor).
These common problems, while not affecting all 2010 Honda Ridgeline owners, can provide valuable insight for potential buyers or current owners looking to maintain their vehicles. Regular maintenance and addressing issues promptly can help ensure a reliable and enjoyable driving experience with the Honda Ridgeline.
Is 2010 Ridgeline a good car?
Vehicle overview
In the case of the 2010 Honda Ridgeline, function is the clear winner. The midsize Ridgeline pickup may lack the macho attitude of many rivals, but it compensates with a healthy dose of pure unadulterated practicality. The result is a well-rounded midsize pickup with a unique combination of strengths.
What is the most common problem with a Honda Ridgeline?
Common Issues With The Honda Ridgeline
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Is the 2023 Honda Ridgeline Reliable? The 2023 Honda Ridgeline has a predicted reliability score of 80 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
2010 Honda Ridgeline car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Ridgeline problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Service brakes problems
- Structure problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2010 Honda Ridgeline vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2010 Honda Ridgeline
The NHTSA has received 41 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2010 Honda Ridgeline. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2010 Honda Ridgeline vehicles.
2024-01-05
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-01
- VIN: 5FPYK1F4XAB
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Rear sliding glass window spontaneously exploded while parked in enclosed space. Have read multiple accounts of similar things happening to this generation Ridgeline
2023-01-06
TRAILER HITCHES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-18
- VIN: 5FPYK1F48AB
- Components: TRAILER HITCHES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being repaired under recall, the dealer noticed that the trailer harness was rusted. Additionally, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.
2022-02-22
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-06
- VIN: 5FPYK1F54AB
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated water was entering the cabin of the vehicle causing the windows to become foggy. The contact stated that the failure happened every time it rained. The contact said there was a strong mildew odor inside the vehicle. Additionally, the headliner separated inside the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a crack on the roof of the vehicle on the driver’s side. The contact was notified by the dealer that the vehicle needed to be spot welded to repair the crack. The manufacturer was contacted by the dealer and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer told the contact that the manufacturer did not spot weld the section of the roof since it could impact the integrity of the sub-frame. The failure mileage was approximately 74,570.
2022-02-19
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-18
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5FPYK1F50AB
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: On Friday 2/18/2022 I was pulling into a parking space with my 2010 Honda Ridgeline. When applying the brake, the vehicle suddenly accelerated unintentionally and hit the car in the opposing parking space. I stood on the brake harder when I sensed the vehicle lurching forward. After I struck the opposing car, I confirmed that my foot was on the brake and not touching the accelerator. Also, oddly the vehicle immediately stopped running and I noticed the car was in Reverse. I took pictures and video immediately after the incident both inside the car and outside before I touched anything. I then put the car in Park, started the car, and backed it up. I inspected both cars for damage and did not find any damage. I left a note for the other car. The owner later called and confirmed she did not find any damage. One interesting thing that I noticed is that the parking space had a sewer drain in the front left corner that had a large slope and snow/ice surrounding it. The unintended acceleration occurred right when the front left tire hit that sloping ice patch.
2019-02-17
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-06
- VIN: 5FPYK1F59AB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKES ARE SOFT AND PEDAL SOMETIMES GOES CLOSE TO THE FLOOR WITH ENGINE ON REGARDLESS OF BEING IN MOTION OR STOPPED. TOOK TRUCK IN FOR REPAIR AT HONDA DEALER THEY THOUGHT IT SERIOUS ENOUGH TO REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS AT BLEEDING THEM. BRAKES ARE STILL SOFT BUT HONDA NOW CLAIMS THAT THEY ARE FINE.
2017-10-03
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-01
- VIN: 5FPYK1F55AB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKES POORLY STOPPING TWICE THE DISTANCE AS NORMAL. SOFT PEDAL WAS TOLD BY DEARLSHIP THIS IS NORMAL FOR TRUCK. BRAKES WILL NOT LOCK UP WITH OR WITHOUT ABS FUSE IN PLACE
2017-02-10
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-28
- VIN: 5FPYK1F5XAB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2017-01-18
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-01
- VIN: 5FPYK1F28AB
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: FOR THE PAST THREE WEEKS, AND ONLY WHEN IT RAINS, I HAVE NOTICED, WHILE SEATED IN MY VEHICLE (DIVERS SIDE FRONT SEAT) THAT WATER IS ENTERING MY VEHICLE FROM AN UNKNOWN LOCATION AND POOLING ALONG THE ROOF HEADLINER AND A PILLAR PLASTIC COVER. WHEN I TRY TO REPLICATE THE LEAK BY POURING WATER IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS NO WATER ENTERS. WHEN IT RAINS, I SEE THE ROOF HEADLINER NEAREST THE A PILLAR IS SOAKED. WHEN I PARTIALLY REMOVED THE WEATHER STRIPPING FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR AND PARTIALLY REMOVED THE HEADLINE,R I COULD FEEL THAT THE ROOF LINER IN THE AREA WAS STILL WET AS WAS A PORTION OF THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG. I CALLED MY LOCAL HONDA DEALER (VALLEY HONDA MONROEVILLE PA SERVICE DEPT.) ON 01/18/17 AND WAS TOLD "WE CAN'T HELP YOU. CALL A BODY SHOP." I AM CONCERNED THAT THE WATER ENTERING THE VEHICLE WILL DAMAGE OR AFFECT THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG. I SHOULD TELL YOU THAT ON 12/30/16, I HAD THE AIR BAG INFLATOR REPLACED AS PER THE TAKATA DRIVER'S AIR BAG INFLATOR RECALL CALL AND EVER SINCE THIS AREA IS LEAKING! HELP!
2016-11-04
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-04
- VIN: 5FPYK1F51AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED A NOTE IN THE SPRING OF 2016 THAT MY DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE NOTICE STATED THAT THE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN THE SUMMER OF 2016. TODAY IS NOVEMBER 4, 2016 AND I STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED A NOTICE THAT MY NEW AIR BAGS ARE AVAILABLE.
2016-11-02
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-02
- VIN: 5FPYK1F55AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED A NOTE IN THE SPRING OF 2016 THAT MY DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE NOTICED STATED THAT THE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN THE SUMMER OF 2016. TODAY IS NOVEMBER 2, 2016 AND I STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED A NOTICE THAT MY NEW AIR BAG IS AVAILABLE.
2016-10-28
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-12
- VIN: 5FPYK1F51AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA INFLATORS IT IS 10/28/2016 AND NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM.
2016-10-06
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-01
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR DEFECTIVE AIRBAGS. *SMD
2016-09-09
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-23
- VIN: 5FPYK1F50AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-08-30
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-30
- VIN: 5FPYK1F52AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V344000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT AND VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-08-23
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-29
- VIN: 5FPYK1F2XAB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL: I RECEIVED THE FIRST LETTER OF RECALL FROM AMERICAN HONDA ON MAR 29, 2016 FOLLOWED BY ANOTHER LETTER ON JULY 19, 2016. ENOUGH TO MENTION THAT I HAVE HARDLY DRIVEN MY TRUCK SINCE APR 1, 2016! THESE TWO LETTERS WERE FOLLOWED BY SEVERAL CALLS BY THE AMERICAN HONDA ON JUNE 30, JULY 07, JULY 18, JULY 29, & AUG 17; 2016 INFORMING ME THAT MY NEAREST HONDA DEALER WOULD CALL ME TO OFFER A RENTAL VEHICLE BEFORE BOTH -- DRIVER'S SIDE & PASSENGER SIDE -- AIRBAG INFLATORS ARE REPLACED. EXCEPT FOR THE FACT THAT THEY REPLACED MY DRIVER'S SIDE INFLATOR ON JULY 20, 2016, NOTHING HAS BEEN OFFERED TO ME SO FAR. IT WAS THE ONLY VEHICLE THAT I HAD UNTIL JULY 6TH, 2016 -- AFTER WHICH I HAD TO BUY A SMALL CAR ON MY OWN AS A REMEDY BECAUSE I DIDN'T WANT TO TAKE THE RISK -- EXPLAINED TO ME BY THE AMERICAN HONDA ON THE ABOVE-LISTED DATES. THE QUESTION IS: IS IT WHAT THEY CALL 'THE TRICK OF THE TRADE' TO ABUSE THE CUSTOMERS IN THE NAME OF FULFILLING THEIR OBLIGATIONS? THE ONLY FAVOR THEY DID TO ME WAS THAT A GUY -- NAMELY, DONALD IN THE HONDA OF SPRING -- APOLOGIZED TO ME FOR NOT OFFERING ANY VEHICLE ON JULY 19, 2016. THAT'S ALL WHAT I HAVE HEARD FROM THEM. THIS IS WHILE I GENERALLY GO THERE EVERY MONTH FOR THE ELEMENTARY CHECKUPS SUCH AS OIL, AIR PRESSURE, ETC.. AND THEY KNOW ME QUITE WELL... SHAME ON THE CUSTODIANS OF THE RULE OF LAW!!!
2016-08-05
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-06
- VIN: 5FPYK1F58AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL-I GOT THE FIRST RECALL FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND MY VEHICLE STAYED AT THE DEALER FOR ABOUT 4 MONTHS. I JUST GOT THE VEHICLE OUT IN JULY-AS I GOT HOME THERE WAS ANOTHER RECALL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE NOW-I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND I AM TOLD THAT HONDA WILL NOT PROVIDE ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE-ONLY ON AS NEEDED BASIS-CONTACTED GLORIA WITH AMERICAN HONDA-ONE OF THE MOST RUDE PERSONS EVER DEALT WITH-EXPLAINED TO HER THAT I CARPOOL AND TAKE GRANDKIDS TO THEIR SPORTING EVENTS-SHE SAID HAVE THEM ALL RIDE IN THE BACK AS THERE IS NOTHING THAT AMERICAN HONDA WILL DO--IF YOU HAVE THEM RIDE IN THE FRONT-THEY RIDE AT THEIR OWN RISK....BELIEVE ME IF I COULD SUE FOR JUST THAT-I WOULD. MY VEHICLE IS NOW ONLY GIVING ME ABOUT 10/11 MILES PER GALLON WHEN IT USED TO AVERAGE ABOUT 18/19--THE STEERING WHEEL CAME BACK ALL FULL OF SCRATCHES AND WITH TWO EXTRA SCREWS/NUTS BY DOOR FOR WHICH THERE IS NO EXPLANATION AS TO WHY-I AM NOW CONCERNED THAT THE FIRST RECALL REPAIRS WERE MAYBE NOT DONE PROPERLY--NOT SURE WHAT OTHER OPTIONS I HAVE AS A CONSUMER-AND HOW LONG I HAVE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE UNTIL PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE.
2016-07-25
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-21
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE REMEDY WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2016-07-20
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-15
- VIN: 5FPYK1F5XAB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL - MY 2010 RIDGELINE HAS BEEN SITTING AT A DEALER FOR THE LAST 8 WEEKS WAITING ON THE PARTS FOR THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG TO COME IN. ON TOP OF THAT, ANOTHER RECALL HAS BEEN ISSUED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG! MY CONTACT AT THE DEALER HAS BEEN VERY NICE AND I DO HAVE A RENTAL VEHICLE. HOWEVER, IT IS ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS THAT THIS DEBACLE IS NOT BEING HANDLED IN A TIMELY MANNER.
2016-07-20
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-15
- VIN: 5FPYK1F58AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V344000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE....UPDATED 10/11/16 *BF UPDATED 03/14/17*JB
2016-07-20
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-20
- VIN: 5FPYK1F41AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V344000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-07-20
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-20
- VIN: 5FPYK1F23AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V344000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT AND VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-07-19
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-25
- VIN: 5FPYK1F24AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-07-18
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-14
- VIN: 5FPYK1F27AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-07-18
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-18
- VIN: 5FPYK1F55AB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V344000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
2016-02-19
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-01
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT PANEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO YEARS LATER. THE PANEL PLACED A HOLE IN THE COVER WHEN IT MADE CONTACT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN.
2010 Honda Ridgeline recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 10 recalls for different components of the 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
2022-06-16
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles that were sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. An accumulation of road salt may cause the frame mounting surface, where the fuel tank mounting bands are attached, to corrode and possibly detach the fuel tank, which can result in a fuel leak.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the rear frame, as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any corrosion damage, Honda may offer to repurchase the vehicle. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is LCD.
2019-10-10
- Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
- Summary: Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Accelerator Pedal Assemblies part numbers 699-114 and 825-5029-1, sold as replacement parts for 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2004-2008 Acura TL and TSX, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2007-2011 Honda Element, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot and 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles. The rotating portion of the accelerator pedal assembly may bind. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."
- Consequence: If the accelerator pedal binds, the engine may not quickly return to idle after the pedal is no longer pressed, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dorman will notify owners, and qualified service facilities will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, using option 5. Dorman's number for this recall is AS1019XXXX.
2019-06-27
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2012 RL, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are E5D and X5C.
2019-06-27
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ILX, 2015 RDX, 2005-2010 and 2012 RL, 2009-2014 TL, 2010 and 2012 ZDX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2011-2013 and 2015 CR-Z, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013 Fit EV, 2010-2011 and 2013 Insight and 2007-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are S5B and W59.
2019-03-06
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous Takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
- Consequence: An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is O41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is U40.
2018-09-27
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles nationwide. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2012 Acura RL, 2011 Honda Element and 2011-2013 Ridgeline vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Lastly, if not included above, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2011 Honda Element, 2010-2012 Acura RL and 2010-2013 Ridgeline vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are H2H and S2I.
2018-01-09
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2012 Acura RL, 2010 Honda Element, and 2010-2013 Honda Ridgeline vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Honda is recalling certain 2010 Acura RL, 2010-2011 Honda Element and Honda Ridgeline vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." If not included in zones A or B above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura RL, Honda Element, and Honda Ridgeline vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are U0H, and G0I.
2017-01-10
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Acura MDX and Honda CR-V vehicles, 2005-2011 Honda Element vehicles, 2005-2012 Acura RL vehicles, 2006-2012 Honda Ridgeline vehicles, 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles and 2005-2008 Honda Pilot vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, if not included in "Zone A" above, Honda is recalling certain 2005-2006 Acura MDX and Honda CR-V vehicles, 2005-2009 Acura RL and Honda Element vehicles, 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot vehicles and 2006-2009 Honda Ridgeline vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, if not included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Honda is recalling certain 2005-2006 Acura MDX and Honda CR-V vehicles, 2005-2008 Acura RL, Honda Element and Honda Pilot vehicles, 2007-2008 Honda Fit vehicles and 2006-2008 Honda Ridgeline vehicles originally sold, or ever registered in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall bagan March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KD9 and KE0.
2016-05-24
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2011 Acura RL, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2003-2008 Pilot, 2002-2004 Odyssey, and 2006-2011 Ridgeline vehicles originally sold, or that have ever been registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Honda is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2008 Acura RL, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2003-2008 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2003-2008 Pilot, 2002-2004 Odyssey, and 2006-2008 Ridgeline vehicles originally sold, or that have ever been registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Honda is recalling model year 2002-2004 Odyssey and model year 2003-2004 Acura MDX, Honda Element, and Honda Pilot vehicles originally sold, or registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KA0, KA1, KA2, and KA3.
2016-02-03
- Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are JY0, JY1, and JY2.
Negative 2010 Honda Ridgeline car reviews
Positive 2010 Honda Ridgeline car reviews
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I love my Ridgeline! It's comfortable, powerful, and practical. The rear window opening feature is especially great for cross ventilation, and the dual climate controls and heated front seats are luxurious touches usually found in more expensive cars. The fit and finish are perfect, and everything works flawlessly. Plus, it's incredibly quiet! I was really impressed with the Michelin tires, which handle very well. I haven't experienced any problems with braking or stopping distances, despite what Edmunds says. The only issue I've had is some wind noise on the driver's side coming from the mirror, but it disappears when the mirror is folded. I'm taking it to the dealer to get it fixed. Overall, I'm extremely happy with my Ridgeline!
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A terrific happy medium. Very functional as a family car, work car and a hauler. Well designed inside and out. I ordered an aftermarket bed cover with lock which makes the bed like a huge trunk. Although gas mileage could be improved and a little more power would help, overall it's a great truck. I did experience an unusual whistle at certain speeds from wind noise, but the Honda dealership worked hard to fix the problem. They added a sunroof wind protector and bug shield in front which solved the problem.
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The car has a super performance overall, but the brakes could be improved. The ride is very comfortable and the interior is well laid out. However, the stop and go mileage is pretty poor, averaging between 15-17. On the bright side, Honda reliability is always a plus!
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I see that you've had the 2010 Ridgeline for 30 days and 700 miles. It's great to hear that you've owned 7 Honda's and have had excellent experiences with them. The Ridgeline is an excellent truck that can meet most people's needs and it rides like a full-size car.
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It's more of an SUV than a truck, but it has great cargo and towing capacity when you need it!
Additional sources
More sources of information about 2010 Honda Ridgeline problems:
Anything I should be looking for with a 2010 Honda Ridgeline RTL ...
https://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/threads/anything-i-should-be-looking-for-with-a-2010-honda-ridgeline-rtl.155473/
Nov 30, 2016 ... I'm new to the Ridgeline and was wondering if there are any knows issues or anything else to look out for? Thanks in advance. Erik.
2010 Honda Ridgeline Problems and Complaints - 9 Issues
https://repairpal.com/2010-honda-ridgeline/problems
Top 2010 Honda Ridgeline Problems · Software Update Will Fix Problem When Shifting into Fourth Gear · Tailgate Will Not Open Because Sensor Rod is Too Long.
Abou to purcahse a used Ridgeline....Common problem areas ...
https://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/threads/abou-to-purcahse-a-used-ridgeline-common-problem-areas.43271/
Feb 4, 2012 ... Honda Ridgeline Owners Club Forums. in this ... I got an 06 with 72k miles in the summer of 2010 ... That's when Honda corrected a hitch wiring ...
2010 Honda Ridgeline Reliability - Consumer Reports
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/ridgeline/2010/reliability/
Owner Reported Trouble Spots · Brakes · Climate System · Exhaust · Drive System · Engine Electrical · Paint And Trim · Engine Minor · Transmission Major.
Good bye Ridgeline.....too many major problems | Honda Ridgeline ...
https://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/threads/good-bye-ridgeline-too-many-major-problems.46338/
Oct 30, 2012 ... Common to these trucks. No leaks, does not block vision. 2. There is a moderate scuff on the left front bumper corner, superficial, cosmetic ...
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Are you having problems with your 2010 Honda Ridgeline?
Alden Wehner 2024-09-16
The driver's seat squeaks and unfortunately, Honda is currently unable to provide a repair for it. According to the Honda Field Service Person, the squeak is considered normal. The local dealership service writer found this remark amusing. However, Honda Customer Service may not be able to assist with a fix at this time. Based on this experience, the writer may not consider purchasing another Honda vehicle, but this is understandable given the circumstances.
Emmet Morar 2024-05-19
We owned a 2010 RTL, which was our second Ridgeline. Although we both liked the truck, we decided to trade it for a 2008 Lexus GX470 after 17 months. You may wonder why? To us, the answer seems simple enough - while the Honda does some things well, it does an equal number of things poorly. While the highway manners and ride are great, the wind and road noise at highway speeds are absolutely terrible. When we tried to get Honda to address the wind/road noise, we were told that all Ridgelines are like that. Really? Does that mean they are designed to be noisy? Apparently, gas mileage is more important. Gas mileage? Well, our 2010 recently averaged only a measly 17.x mpg on a recent 3000 mile highway trip.
Jensen Schmeler 2024-04-12
I owned a Ridgeline RTL for 30 months. Although I initially loved the vehicle, I encountered some quality issues. The rear sliding window seal would get pinched and leak, and there was wind noise on the front windshield due to the window seal pulling away, especially during cold weather. I also experienced a high-pitched 'whistle' that I tracked down to a body seam behind the XM antenna, which I was able to silence by covering the seam with electrical tape. Additionally, there was a dash rattle caused by the factory not tightening the left front speaker screws, and the dash had to be removed, creating a new rattle. I also had a problem with the heater temperature sensor control, and the door and body panel seams were aligned poorly. Lastly, the rear seat was uncomfortable.
Tom Skiles 2024-04-08
I bought this vehicle because Consumer Reports rated it highly. However, I found it to be useless in the snow. The iframe crossbar underneath catches snow and stops it from moving, making it difficult to drive. Additionally, it did not have as good mileage as the Tacoma, although it was faster when needed. I also experienced issues with the power windows not going up in the cold, and had to pull them up by hand and press the button. The 4 position tire sensor was overly complex and expensive to maintain, as I had to pay a lot of money to reprogram it every time I rotated the tires (which was required twice a year for my Honda AWD). Overall, I found this vehicle to be quite needy. However, it was easy to sell, which was a relief as I could not get rid of it fast enough.