2022 Honda Ridgeline: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2022 Honda Ridgeline? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 109 complaints, with Headlight/Taillight Failures as the top reported area.
2022 Honda Ridgeline Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2022 Honda Ridgeline Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2022 Honda RIDGELINE PU/CC AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
16.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
16.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2022 Honda Ridgeline has 109 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Headlight/Taillight Failures. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Ridgeline
- Model year
- 2022
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 109
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Headlight/Taillight Failures
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 24
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2022 Honda Ridgeline Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Headlight/Taillight Failures, Engine Problems, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2022 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2022 Honda Ridgeline shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2022 Honda Ridgeline
Inspection Focus
- Inspect headlights and taillights for proper operation and signs of failure.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect headlights and taillights for proper operation and signs of failure.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2022 Honda Ridgeline, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline are concentrated in headlight/taillight failures, engine problems, and electrical faults. The data suggests these areas may be recurring issues, though the confidence level is low due to limited sample size.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures account for the highest number of complaints (30).
- Engine Problems and Electrical Faults are the next most reported components.
- Only 2 crash-related complaints were reported out of 109 total.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures
- Engine Problems
- Electrical Faults
All 2022 Honda Ridgeline Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 30 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 23 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 19 | — | 2 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 11 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Auto Idle Stop not working. By default it should be on and driver must actively turn it off. Mine does not/not come on. This problem appears different from the numerous other problems reported with the Auto Idle Stop but it still is a problem and indicates the system may have …
Rear camera wiring harness recall completed 11-21-25. Rear camera again intermittent black screen by end of February. Dealer says must be completely out, not intermittent before recall harness replaced again. Ever present safety danger to driver and passengers.
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Ridgeline. The contact had received notification of an unknown recall regarding the Auto START/STOP feature. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was advised that the vehicle could not be repaired. The battery on the vehicle was …
My engine seized up at only around 74,859 miles. As I was driving it immediately seized up on the roadway causing a hazardous condition. There was no check engine light on to warn me. I had the vehicle towed to dealership and had them inspect the vehicle and take the engine apart…
Coming down a ramp in parking deck with right foot lightly riding the brake pedal to control the car’s descent when all of a sudden the vehicle accelerated full throttle as if the gas pedal had been “floored.” The acceleration was so intense that it drove my body backward into m…
The CEL flashed 2 days earlier, I immediately pulled to the side of the road and turned the vehicle off, suspecting it may be a misfire. Restarted the vehicle and all seemed fine. After arriving home i plugged in my scanner to check for a code. No codes were found. I decided …
Click noise everything car starts, coming is loose or moving afterwards
Auto high beams redesigned from g2 to g3 models (mine is a 2022).. They do not work correctly. I know Honda had them working on my 2017 ridegeline, but engineering changes have made they inoperative. There is a multitude of complaints by almost every owner as there were none s…
With automatic high beam active, the lights frequently switch to high beam with oncoming traffic, potentially blinding the drivers.
With the forward collision warning system active, there are frequent false positives - warning sound, shaking of steering wheel when no collision is imminent, startling the driver potentially causing an accident.
I took my vehicle to the Honda dealership to have a safety recall repaired. Following the repair, the alarm started intermittently going off. Before the repair, the vehicle was running well. I did not know what the alarm sounded like before the recall repair. After they chec…
vehicle did not restart when using the auto start stop feature at a red light.
The paint on all four doors of my 2022 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition - White Pearl is cracking at the seam where sealant is applied, with visible rust beneath. This issue began at approximately 32,000 miles, within the warranty period. The cracks have worsened over time, and I’m …
Started car and check engine light on. Honda dealership said the fuel sensor was bad. Less than 18k miles
The contact owned a 2022 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it caught on fire. The vehicle was unoccupied. The contact stated that the next-door neighbor knocked on the contact's door, screaming that the vehicle was on fire. The contact stated…
Their is an issue with the headlight assembly where condensation gets in obscuring headlight clarity and potentially damaging the head light assembly electrical components. My vehicle is only 3 years old, never been in a front end accident, and out of warranty and the dealer quot…
Rodents chewed through fuel vent line. We did have emission warning light come on. Took to dealer and was told unsafe to drive. Seems to be an issue with the soy based lines used. Could have potentially resulted in a vehicle fire. Auto insurance will cover repairs but not rodent …
2022 Honda Ridgeline with 22,000 miles failed to auto restart at a traffic light. Driver had to manually restart the vehicle. Other drivers were forced to drive around at the intersection. No error codes were present on OBD2 connector.
I am having brake indicator light popup 4 time in three week with some strange noise while driving high speed on freeway. I researched found some recall on my 2022 Honda Ridgeline. Based on the provided VIN, [XXX], it appears show my 2022 Honda Ridgeline may be affected by two…
I am not sure this is the correct area to raise this concern. I had a 2017 Honda Ridgeline and bought a Tonneau Cover for it. I was informed it had a recall but did not have a chance to repair it. Fast forward the Tonneau cover is now on my 2022 Ridgeline but I am being told that…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline.
2022 Honda Ridgeline Recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2022 Honda Ridgeline Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2022 Honda Ridgeline reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 109 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2022 Honda Ridgeline shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Honda Ridgeline?▾
#1: Headlight/Taillight Failures (30 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (23 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (19 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Honda Ridgeline?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Honda Ridgeline?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2022 Honda Ridgeline, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 3 fire reports out of 109 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Honda Ridgeline. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2022 Honda Ridgeline?▾
The 2022 Honda Ridgeline shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Headlight/Taillight Failures during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Ridgeline reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.