2023 Honda Ridgeline Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline.

20222024
Complaints
149
per 10K Sold
28.6
US Sales
52,001
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2023 Honda Ridgeline Problems

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

#138 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:50 mi
#215 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:53,000 mi
#315 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:20,117 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
38
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
50
Electrical Faults
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
53,000
Engine Problems
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,117
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
50,700
Backup Camera
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Mechanical
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Fixed Panaramic Roof/Sky Light Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 Honda Ridgeline

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~311,612 vehicles.

24V321000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~187,290 affected

Honda (America Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ridgeline vehicles. The rearview camera (RVC) tailgate wire harness may fatigue and break, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.

24V184000Steering:rack And Pinion
~245 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Passport and Ridgeline vehicles. The inner ball joint housing in the steering gearbox assembly may loosen and detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

23V458000Brake Master Cylinder
~124,077 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.

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2023 Honda Ridgeline — FAQ

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

Is the 2023 Honda Ridgeline reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2023 Honda Ridgeline has 149 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 38 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Honda Ridgeline?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (38 complaints, avg 50 mi); Electrical Faults (15 complaints, avg 53,000 mi); Engine Problems (15 complaints, avg 20,117 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Honda Ridgeline?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 19,793 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 Honda Ridgeline?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Honda Ridgeline include 2 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2023 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 311,612 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2023 Honda Ridgeline?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Honda Ridgeline reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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