The most-reported Ridgeline run is 5FPYK3F73JB (2018 builds) with 15 complaints, 5× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 21% of reports; 2006 is the worst model year at 5.4 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 42 recall campaigns for Ridgeline model years 2006–2025.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Honda Ridgeline has 697 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 3% of every Ridgeline complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5FPYK3F73JB•••••• | 2018 | 2 | — | |
| 2HJYK16576H•••••• | 2006 | 5 | 1 | |
| 5FPYK3F70LB•••••• | 2020 | — | — | |
| 2HJYK16526H•••••• | 2006 | 2 | 1 | |
| 5FPYK3F74HB•••••• | 2017 | 1 | — | |
| 2HJYK16586H•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| 5FPYK3F77KB•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| 2HJYK16506H•••••• | 2006 | 2 | 1 | |
| 5FPYK3F70HB•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| 5FPYK3F75HB•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| 2HJYK16406H•••••• | 2006 | — | 1 | |
| 5FPYK3F75JB•••••• | 2018 | — | — |
Each of the other 685 Ridgeline runs has 11 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 205 Ridgeline VINs so far, most often 2026, 2023, 2025 builds; 1 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Honda Ridgeline the gap between build years is 4.5×: a 2006 car draws 5.4 complaints per run, a 2009 one 1.2.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 7 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 96 | 39 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 63 | 34 | — | |
| 2023 | 127 | 36 | 3 | |
| 2022 | 117 | 35 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 101 | 39 | 3 | |
| 2020 | 168 | 39 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 233 | 67 | 6 | |
| 2018 | 158 | 52 | 3 | |
| 2017 | 334 | 89 | 3 | |
| 2014 | 31 | 22 | — | |
| 2013 | 44 | 25 | 3 | |
| 2012 | 24 | 18 | — | |
| 2011 | 37 | 21 | 2 | |
| 2010 | 38 | 21 | 3 | |
| 2009 | 32 | 26 | — | |
| 2008 | 132 | 46 | 3 | |
| 2007 | 144 | 48 | 5 | |
| 2006 | 207 | 38 | 19 |
Heaviest year here is 2006 at 5.4 complaints per run; lightest is 2026 at 1. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 21% of everything Honda Ridgeline owners report: Electrical System, 411 of 2,095 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 25 | |
| Air Bags | 31 | 2 | |
| Engine | 3 | 9 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 | 2 | |
| Power Train | 4 | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | |
| Structure | 4 | 2 | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | 2 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 42 recall campaigns on the Honda Ridgeline; the 6 below cover build years 2006 to 2014. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 19E068000 | Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal | 2006–2014 |
| 22V430000 | Structure:frame And Members | 2006–2014 |
| 19V182000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2006–2014 |
| 19V501000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2006–2014 |
| 16V061000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2007–2014 |
| 19V500000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2007–2014 |
The Ridgeline against its rivals
The Ridgeline draws 3 complaints per production run; the Ford Ranger 2.3 and the Nissan Frontier 1.8. That is the highest rate of the 3.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Ridgeline | 2,095 | 697 | 2.8% | |
| Ford Ranger | 6,523 | 2,828 | 8.8% | |
| Nissan Frontier | 1,122 | 609 | 8.8% |
How serious were they
Of the 2,095 reports on the Honda Ridgeline, 2.8% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Honda Ridgeline | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 2,095 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 59 (2.8%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 41 (2%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 44 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 52% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Honda Ridgeline share of that is 2,095 complaints over 697 runs, 0.19% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Honda Ridgeline VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 2,095 NHTSA complaints from 697 Ridgeline runs and 42 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Ridgeline production run has the most complaints?
5FPYK3F73JB, a 2018 build, with 15 complaints, 2 of them after a crash. The typical Ridgeline run has 3.
Which Ridgeline years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2006 is heaviest at 5.4 complaints per run and 2026 lightest at 1.
Does the Ridgeline get more complaints than the Ford Ranger?
Yes: 3 complaints per production run for the Ridgeline against 2.3 for the Ford Ranger.
How many Ridgeline complaints involve a crash?
2.8% of 2,095 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 41 involved a fire.
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