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2024 HONDA RIDGELINE Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Honda Ridgeline. This model year has 44 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Headlight/Taillight Failures.

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Complaints
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Crashes
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Fires
2
Injuries
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Deaths
1
Recalls

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Worst 2024 Honda Ridgeline Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1
13
complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

#2
10
complaints

Electrical Faults

#3
7
complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Honda Ridgeline. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Headlight/Taillight Failures13β€”β€”β€”
Electrical Faults10β€”β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB7β€”β€”β€”
Uncategorized Issues5β€”β€”β€”
Engine Problems4β€”β€”β€”
Back Over Prevention4β€”β€”β€”
Visibility/Wiper3β€”β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain3β€”β€”β€”
Brake System3β€”β€”β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System3β€”β€”β€”
Lane Departure1β€”β€”β€”
Visibility1β€”β€”β€”
Tire Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Seat-Related Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Steering Defects1β€”β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration1β€”β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

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Showing 44 most recent complaints

Uncategorized IssuesApr 14, 2026

My husband was driving the vehicle to school with the sunroof shade closed. Without any impact or anything hitting the sunroof, it shattered. I tried filing a warranty claim with Honda, and they denied the claim without requesting any evidence.

Electrical FaultsMar 4, 2026

The auto high beam is widely known to be so bad it behaves the opposite of how it should. It frequently blinds other drivers when it should not turn high beams on, often blinding them in the last few seconds before passing, causing a dangerous situation, not to mention the possib…

Headlight/Taillight FailuresFeb 20, 2026

LIGHTED RUNNING BOARD LIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY QUIT WORKING. HONDA HAS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN ISSUED BUT THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM.

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBFeb 12, 2026

My Honda CMBS system has false warnings from cars coming from the other lane and road markers setting off the system. I had numerous incidents where the steering wheel shakes and a brake warning illuminates with no possibility of an accident. After this warning the car would auto…

Electrical FaultsFeb 4, 2026

The Automatic High Beam system does not work properly and are very inconsistent. When enabled, the high beams often turn on for a brief moment then turn off. Sometimes this occurs when there is a road sign reflection or a light on a home on the side of the road. When the syst…

Headlight/Taillight FailuresJan 30, 2026

The Auto High Beams (AHB) fail to work correctly. When set to on, they will come on for maybe 3-4 seconds then turn off, and maybe repeat the next time. The bigger issue is they fail to turn off many times when approaching oncoming traffic. The feature is dangerous by not turnin…

Engine ProblemsJan 1, 2026

Vehicle has stalled after being stopped at red light. Does not occur all the time. Only when in idle mode.

Electrical FaultsDec 22, 2025

Auto Start/Stop Malfunction. On two occasions the Auto start/stop has shut the engine off at a stop light and after releasing the brake the vehicle went completely dead. Dashboard/radio and all electronics dead. After multiple attempts the vehicle finally restarted. Now the norma…

Transmission / DrivetrainDec 14, 2025

The vehicle’s engine and powertrain management system repeatedly fails with multiple DTC's triggering a full-system cascade of safety-critical warnings and automatic power-limiting. The issue affects the engine, transmission, emissions, AWD, brake system, stability assist, steeri…

Engine ProblemsOct 13, 2025

Between 1,000-1,400 rpm there is a lower end engine knock.sounds like a bearing.

Uncategorized IssuesSep 25, 2025

I was driving alone on US-HWY 45 in Chunchula, AL......I heard the loudest noise ever sounded like a high power rifle blast in my ear then I was showered with glass. The sunroof exploded. I had a police report written, I literally thought I had been shot at. There was only myself…

Electrical FaultsSep 15, 2025

While idling at a traffic light,2 systems shut down: Adaptive Cruise Control & Road Departure Mitigation System. Also the BRAKE SYSTEM light came on, but the brakes continued to work.

Headlight/Taillight FailuresSep 15, 2025

Using the Automatic High Beam system, the high beam may come on even if a car is coming toward me. Sometimes, the high beam will not transition to low beam until the incoming car is real close to me. The incoming car would put his high beam on to warn me. As well, the high bean c…

Brake SystemSep 11, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the brakes were…

VisibilitySep 9, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, there was an extremely loud banging noise detected, and the sunroof exploded upward and outward without warning or impact. The driver and his wife sustained a piercing, ringing sound in the …

Headlight/Taillight FailuresAug 12, 2025

Auto-dimming headlights do not work properly, not always dimming for oncoming traffic, and/or randomly switching between high and low beams without cause. This blinds and confuses oncoming traffic.

Headlight/Taillight FailuresJun 26, 2025

The auto High beam function on this vehicle is absolutely useless. It dims when it should be on. It dims needlessly for highway markers and road signs. The constant on and off of the high beams on a dark road with no other cars is dangerous. This system on the ridgeline is dange…

Uncategorized IssuesMay 24, 2025

Experiencing numerous false error warnings from Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) when meeting oncoming vehicles on straight or slightly curving two lane roads. I have taken my vehicle three times to be serviced for this specific reason and a Blind Spot Information Syste…

Tire IssuesMay 7, 2025

I am filing this complaint regarding the OEM General Grabber A/T tires (date code 1424) that came with my brand new 2024 Honda Ridgeline, purchased in June 2024. At approximately 16,000 miles, I noticed significant dry rotting and cracking between the treads on all four tires. Th…

Electrical FaultsApr 10, 2025

See attached document for complaint.

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2024 Honda Ridgeline.

Recalls for 2024 Honda Ridgeline

1 campaign

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2024 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.

24V321000Sep 5, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

2024 Honda Ridgeline β€” FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Honda Ridgeline reliable?β–Ύ

Good Record. The 2024 Honda Ridgeline has 44 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures (13 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Honda Ridgeline?β–Ύ

#1: Headlight/Taillight Failures (13 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (10 complaints). #3: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (7 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Honda Ridgeline?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2024 Honda Ridgeline?β–Ύ

The 2024 Honda Ridgeline has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 44 total NHTSA complaints. 2 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2024 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes β€” 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2024 Honda Ridgeline. The largest issue: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

Should I buy a 2024 Honda Ridgeline?β–Ύ

The 2024 Honda Ridgeline has a relatively low complaint rate. 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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