2023 Honda Ridgeline: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2023 Honda Ridgeline? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 112 complaints, with Headlight/Taillight Failures as the top reported area.
2023 Honda Ridgeline Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2023 Honda Ridgeline Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2023 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 2023 Honda Ridgeline has 112 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Headlight/Taillight Failures. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Ridgeline
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 112
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- 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 2023 Honda Ridgeline Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Headlight/Taillight Failures, Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2023 Honda Ridgeline?
The 2023 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 2023 Honda Ridgeline
Inspection Focus
- Inspect headlights and taillights for proper operation and any 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, focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect headlights and taillights for proper operation and any 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, focusing on reported components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2023 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 2023 Honda Ridgeline are concentrated in headlight/taillight failures, with 38 reports. Engine problems and electrical faults also appear frequently, though the overall confidence in this data is low due to the single model year and limited sample size.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures account for the largest share of complaints (38 out of 112).
- Engine Problems and Electrical Faults each have 17 and 15 complaints, respectively.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB has 11 complaints, indicating potential issues with the system.
- Headlight/Taillight Failures
- Engine Problems
- Electrical Faults
All 2023 Honda Ridgeline Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| 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.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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.
2023 Honda Ridgeline Recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. 3 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.
2023 Honda Ridgeline Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Honda Ridgeline reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 112 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2023 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 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?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Honda Ridgeline, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 112 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Honda Ridgeline. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER. 3 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 2023 Honda Ridgeline?▾
The 2023 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.