no report yet
Structure: frame and members
NewRisk. Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2018 Honda RidgelineProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 163 owner complaints about the 2018 Honda Ridgeline, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-858 the manufacturer reports only 75% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: The original uploader was McChizzle at English Wikipedia ., Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Honda Ridgeline has problems
163 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
49Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
31Back over prevention
22Engine
18Fuel/propulsion system
13Fuel system, gasoline
10Power train
9Structure
7Visibility/wiper
6Lane departure
159 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 49 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 31 | 0 |
| Engine | 22 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 18 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 13 | 0 |
| Power train | 10 | 0 |
| Structure | 9 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 6 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 15 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2018 Honda Ridgeline recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
NewRisk. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2023 Q4
Hood: latch
Risk. A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A crack in the fuel pump feed port can allow pressurized fuel to leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Honda.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other Ridgeline year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Ridgeline median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2018 Honda Ridgeline safety ratings
2018 Honda Ridgeline PU/CC AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
5 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2018 Honda Ridgeline, and the recalls they led to.
- Rear-View Camera FailureNo recall
- Rear-View Camera FailureLed to recall 22V-867
- Engine failureOpen
- Rear-View Camera FailureNo recall
- Engine failureNo recall
In owners' words
What Ridgeline owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
I had the backup camera harness recall performed on my 2018 Honda Ridgeline on 09/06/2023 by Honda of Escondido, CA. (See attached invoice of recall work performed.) On 01/27/2026, the backup camera failed to appear on the dash screen when the vehicle was in reverse. I restarted the vehicle and the…
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50-55 MPH on I-40 Westbound to I-25 and making a turn in a construction zone, the passenger’s side air bag deployed without warning or impact to the vehicle. There were no reported injuries. The air bag…
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