2023 HONDA RIDGELINE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. This model year has 112 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Headlight/Taillight Failures.
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Worst 2023 Honda Ridgeline Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 38 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 17 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 112 most recent complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving or while stopped at a stop light, the Auto Idle Stop system activated, and the vehicle hesitated to respond. The message "Auto Idle Stop Temporarily Unavailable" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to…
the auto high beam system is overly sensitive. lights flicker when a street sign is detected. dealer checked this issue and said the door switch was bad and replaced it. problem still exists. this makes night driving distracting and dangerous. no warning lamps or messages are sho…
03/09/26 Driver side Headlight assembly filling with a lot of water when driving in wet conditions. Headlight has a significant amount of water and condensation inside. It is very noticeable. I can see a slight difference in positioning of the driver side headlamp vs the passenge…
The infotainment system failed intermittently two times prior, causing failure of the backup camera and cross traffic warning sensor system. The entire system failed a month ago and Honda has no idea when they can get parts.
A car turning left on a one lane both way street. The the auto breaking system hit the breaks I was about 6’ away from car going 10 miles per hour. Car behind me almost hit the back of my truck. It took second before breaks let off. System was in normal mode.
While driving home on 2/21/26 at night in light sleet/snow conditions, I noticed a dramatic decrease in headlight effectiveness in my Honda Ridgeline. When I stopped to check the headlights, they were coated with ice that needed to be scraped off. This is my first vehicle that ha…
There is constant water intrusion on the driverside headlight causing poor headlamp performance. I have reported the issue to a dealer for a warranty claim and was told that it is normal for water to be inside the headlight housing. If this is the case than I believe there is po…
There is a presence of gasoline in the oil which is causing two(2) safety issues. 1. The infiltration of gasoline in the oil can cause the engine to malfunction to the point of seizure which could cause a sudden stop in traffic flow. 2. The noxious gasoline fumes are unbearabl…
Approximately six(6) months ago, my wife and I noticed a very noxious gasoline smell in the cabin of our truck, and upon further investigation determined that the smell was a direct result of gasoline that had infiltrated the oil in the engine. The oil was changed and the used oi…
Engine had complete loss of power and loud knocking noise.
Oftentimes, while driving on a 2-lane road, the Ridgeline will produce an alarm (beeping sound and flashing amber "BRAKE" illuminated on dash display) when driving through a right hand curve with opposite direction traffic in the opposing lane. In every instance, my vehicle and t…
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it…
The rearview camera continues to fail after recall for the issue was completed. Estimate 6 months+ since recall was performed to replace camera tailgate wire harness. It has begun random failures again. There is no indication from the dash of an error. When placed in reverse,…
While driving down the road the lower passenger side rear door garnish flew off the truck and went flying out of the wheel well.
RVC rearview camera is not functioning.
The collision breaking will fire off automatically in situations where you’re going around a curve and there’s a car coming in the opposite direction. The truck will see the other car and slam on the brakes even though everybody’s in the correct lane it’s terribly dangerous becau…
I was leaving a place of business crossing a four lane undivided road legally to make a left turn. There was an oncoming car (at an unknown speed) in the lane I was crossing approaching rapidly. I just needed to accelerate lightly to be clear. The collision braking system activa…
The automatic high beam system is terrible. It is too sensitive so the beams flash hi/low on and off. Even a small road reflector on a dark empty road will force it back to low beam. Other cars I own with this type system work much better. It’s a safety hazard because auto hi-bea…
Inner tie rods unnaturally worn. Steering was loose. Internal play in the rack Steering Gearbox, Electric Power Steering needed replacement Honda stated this was similar to manufacturing problems they had with Civics but that Ridgeline was not part of the recall. Issue was fixed …
The auto high beam system on my 2023 Honda Ridgeline frequently malfunctions. It prematurely dims the high beams when approaching reflective road signs or street lighting, even with no oncoming traffic present. More concerning, the system immediately reactivates high beams afterw…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline.
Recalls for 2023 Honda Ridgeline
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2023 Honda Ridgeline — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Honda Ridgeline reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2023 Honda Ridgeline has 112 NHTSA owner complaints, 2 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures (38 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Ridgeline?▾
#1: Headlight/Taillight Failures (38 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (17 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (17 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Honda Ridgeline?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Honda Ridgeline?▾
The 2023 Honda Ridgeline has 2 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 112 total NHTSA complaints. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. The largest issue: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Honda Ridgeline?▾
The 2023 Honda Ridgeline has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Headlight/Taillight Failures issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
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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