Engine
3.5L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 117 of 117 complaints with a usable failure date.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Lighting
30 complaint records
"The automatic high beam feature frequently does not dim with oncoming traffic and disengages for reflections such as road signs...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse lighting parts in the directory →
Driver assistance
30 complaint records1 crash report
"The windshield camera for the cruise control malfunctioned. Excessive warning lights is a distraction. Not using cruise control on long trips is stressful. Seems like a common problem on these vehicles...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse driver assistance parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
25 complaint records1 fire report1 crash report
"2022 Honda Ridgeline with 22,000 miles failed to auto restart at a traffic light. Driver had to manually restart the vehicle. Other drivers were forced to drive around at the intersection. No error codes were present on OBD2 connector...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA25004 opened Mar 2025 | OPEN | Engine And Engine Cooling | No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages On June 3, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22005 after the agency received VOQs and several field reports concerning the Auto Idle Stop (AIS) feature on 2016-2019MY Honda Pilot vehicles. |
| PE24004 opened Feb 2024 | closed Aug 2024 | Back Over Prevention | Rear-View Camera Failure - led to recall 24V321 On February 13, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE24004 to assess alleged failures of the rear-view camera (RVC) in 2020-2023 Model Year (MY) Honda Ridgeline vehicles. |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V365000 | Suspension | American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia,... | Normally free |
| 24V321000 | Back Over Prevention | 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. | Normally free |
| 23V458000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 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. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026275 2026-06-04 | Structure | 136,434 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the suspension mounting points on the rear subframe could rust. As a result, rear suspension components could fail. This could lead to poor handling and a loss of vehicle control. |
| 2024265 2024-05-09 | Visual System | 13,560 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the tailgate wiring harness could become damaged. As a result, the rearview camera image may not display when the transmission is shifted into the reverse gear. |
| 2023365 2023-06-29 | Brakes | 12,246 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake master cylinder could separate from the brake booster. If this happens, braking could be reduced or you could experience a complete loss of brakes. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A24-061 Nov 2025 | Electrical System | Service Bulletin - The wireless charger starts charging the phone and then stops charging, even when the phone remains in the correct position on the charger due to software specifications that can cause some phones to have issues charging. | |
| A20-022 Aug 2025 | Structure | Service Bulletin - One or more accessory running board lights are flickering or not working due to a faulty running board light assembly. | |
| A24-048 Nov 2024 | Structure | Service Bulletin - The AWD warning light is on potentially due to water intrusion into the rear differential pump motor connector area that corrodes the terminals. | |
| A24-061 Oct 2024 | Electrical System | Service Bulletin - The wireless charger starts charging the phone and then stops charging, even when the phone remains in the correct position on the charger. | |
| A24-061 Sep 2024 | Electrical System | Service Bulletin - The wireless charger starts charging the phone and then stops charging, even when the phone remains in the correct position on the charger. |
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| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A24-085 Jul 2024 | Engine | Service Bulletin - MIL flashes and vehicle will not accelerate, low power. After cycling the ignition, the symptom does not return with no stored DTCs. This issue is more common in regions with cold weather (specifically near or below freezing temperatures). | |
| A24-085 Jun 2024 | Engine | Service Bulletin - The MIL flashes and vehicle will not accelerate, low power. After cycling the ignition, the symptom does not return with no stored DTCs. This issue is more common in regions with cold weather (specifically near or below freezing temperatures). | |
| A24040A May 2024 | Engine | Service NewsDue to On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) regulation change starting with 2019 vehicles, American Honda’s Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) On-Board Diagnostic monitors are now included in the EGR/VVT OBD Monitor Readiness status group. | |
| ATI&04082024905 Apr 2024 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengerâs power window inop from either the driverâs window switch, front passenger's window... | |
| ATI&03212024904 Mar 2024 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengerâs power window inop from either the driverâs window switch, front passenger's window... | |
| ATI&02292024902 Feb 2024 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the front passengerâs power window inop from either the driverâs window switch, front passenger's window... | |
| ATI&02202024901 Feb 2024 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2019-2023 Passports, 2016-2022 Pilots, & 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the passengerâs power window inop from driverâs master window switch. | |
| ATI&02152024906 Feb 2024 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the power window master switch inop. Customer may also report that the other window switches are still operable. | |
| ATI&02012024905 Feb 2024 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the power window master switch inop. Customer may also report that the other window switches are still operable. | |
| ATI&01172024906 Jan 2024 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the power window master switch inop. Customer may also report that the other window switches are still operable. | |
| ATI&01022024910 Jan 2024 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the power window master switch inop. Customer may also report that the other window switches are still operable. | |
| A23-091 Dec 2023 | Fuel System | Service Bulletin - Due to variations in the purge control solenoid valve spring, the valve wears unevenly and intermittently sticks. This may result in setting DTC P0441 (Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Purge Flow Malfunction). | |
| ATI&11272023901 Nov 2023 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the power window master switch inop. Customer may also report that the other window switches are still operable. | |
| A23-008 Nov 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button. | |
| ATI&10022023905 Oct 2023 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ATI&09182023902 Sep 2023 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ONL6BN09142023 Sep 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Owner Notification Letter - On some 2022 Passport, Pilot, and Ridgeline vehicles, during the manufacturing process, the cover cap for the front blower motor may have been partially blocked. | |
| ATI&09012023902 Sep 2023 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ATI&08282023906 Aug 2023 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2023 Pilots, Passports, and Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the A/C blowing warm air and the technician finding the A/C compressor to be seized. | |
| ATI&08172023901 Aug 2023 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ATI&08142023902 Aug 2023 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2023 Pilots, Passports, and Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the A/C blowing warm air and the technician finding the A/C compressor to be seized. | |
| ATI&08012023902 Aug 2023 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ATI&07282023902 Jul 2023 | Visibility | Dealer Message -American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2023 Pilots, Passports, and Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the A/C blowing warm air and the technician finding the A/C compressor to be seized. | |
| ATI&07172023902 Jul 2023 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ATI&07142023901 Jul 2023 | Visibility | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2023 Pilots, Passports, and Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the A/C blowing warm air and the technician finding the A/C compressor to be seized. | |
| ATI&06302023902 Jun 2023 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ATI&06152023902 Jun 2023 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ATI&05312023901 May 2023 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| ATI&05152023908 May 2023 | Structure | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the door handle not operating from the inner door handle or not being able to lock the vehicle using the inner handle... | |
| A23-023 Apr 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor. | |
| A19-024 Apr 2023 | Seats | Service Bulletin - There is a loud buzzing or whining when adjusting the driverâs or front passengerâs seat forward and backward. This is due to the issue that the flex cable in the seat adjustment mechanism is not correctly lubricated. | |
| ATI&03282023902 Mar 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2020-2022 Accords, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, Ridgelines, 2020 Fits, 2020-2021 Civic Hatchbacks, 2020-2023 Civic Sedans/Coups with a customer complaint of the Check Engine Light (CEL) on &... | |
| ATI&03132023905 Mar 2023 | Fuel System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2020-2022 Accords, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, Ridgelines, 2020 Fits, 2020-2021 Civic Hatchbacks, 2020-2023 Civic Sedans/Coups with a customer complaint of the Check Engine Light (CEL) on &... | |
| ONL6T603102023-2 Mar 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Warranty Extension - Warranty Extension reimbursement form for engine idle stop repairs made before the warranty extension notice date. | |
| ONL6T603102023-4 Mar 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Warranty Extension - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. | |
| ONL6AX03102023-2 Mar 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Product Update - Honda is conducting a product update to your 2019-22 Passport, 2016-22 Pilot, and 2020-23 Ridgeline. Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. | |
| A23-024 Mar 2023 | Exterior Lighting | Service Bulletin - The headlight seal may become damaged from a misadjusted hood. Damage to the headlight seal may lead to moisture condensation building up in the headlight. | |
| A23-023 Mar 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop below freezing, the water will freeze inside the starter motor. | |
| A22-007 Feb 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service Bulletin - American Honda is providing this software for affected vehicles to update the PGM-FI software. This change corrects software settings that inhibit idle stop functionality after a certain number of start cycles, thus ensuring that your vehicle will maintain... | |
| ATI&02072023902 Feb 2023 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inop. Customer may also complain of the tailgate lock inop, alarm activating on its own, or cargo light inop. | |
| A23-008 Jan 2023 | Electrical System | Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button. | |
| ATI&01182023901 Jan 2023 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inop. Customer may also complain of the tailgate lock inop, alarm activating on its own, or cargo light inop. | |
| A23-010 Jan 2023 | Electrical System | Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. | |
| ABOM01062023 Jan 2023 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not automatically restart. | |
| ATI&01032023904 Jan 2023 | Back Over Prevention | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inop. Customer may also complain of the tailgate lock inop, alarm activating on its own, or cargo light inop. | |
| ATI&01032023907 Jan 2023 | Fuel System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is investigating certain 2020-2022 Accords, CR-Vs, Odysseys, Passports, Pilots, Ridgelines, 2020 Fits, 2020-2021 Civic Hatchbacks, 2020-2023 Civic Sedans/Coups with a customer complaint of the Check Engine Light (CEL) on &... | |
| ATI&12092022 Dec 2022 | Back Over Prevention | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inop. Customer may also complain of the tailgate lock inop, alarm activating on its own, or cargo light inop. | |
| ONL6BN10112022 Oct 2022 | Visibility | Owner Notification Letter - On some 2022 Passport, Pilot, and Ridgeline vehicles, during the manufacturing process, the cover cap for the front blower motor may have been partially blocked. | |
| A22-023 Sep 2022 | Visibility | Service bulletin - During the manufacturing process, the cover cap for the front blower motor may have been partially blocked. If this occurs, airflow may be restricted to the motor, which may cause the motor to overheat. | |
| ABOM09022022901 Sep 2022 | Visibility | "Dealer message - Today, September 2, 2022, American Honda is announcing a product update for certain 2022 Passport, Pilot, and Ridgeline vehicles to address concerns with the air conditioning (A/C) system. | |
| A20-002 Aug 2022 | Fuel System | Service bulletin - The MIL is on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube. | |
| A20-002 Jul 2022 | Fuel System | Service bulletin - The MIL is on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube. | |
| A20-022 Jun 2022 | Equipment | Service bulletin - One or more accessory running board lights are flickering or not working. The running board light assembly is faulty. * Denotes Required Fields TSB ID : TSB Date : Calendar for date entry assistance Source : All Manual EMAIL MCA Portal | |
| A22-007 Mar 2022 | Fuel System | Service Bulletin - American Honda is providing this software for affected vehicles to update the PGM-FI software. This change corrects software settings that inhibit idle stop functionality after a certain number of start cycles, thus ensuring that your vehicle will maintain... | |
| ABOM03112022 Mar 2022 | Vehicle Speed Control | Dealer Message - Today, March 11, 2022, American Honda is announcing a product improvement campaign (PIC) for certain 2022 Pilot TrailSport and Ridgeline vehicles to update the PGM-FI software that affects the idle stop operation under certain conditions. |
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Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Do a full walk-around with every light on.Condensation inside a lens, a dim side, or a flickering tail light match this vehicle's lighting cluster.
- Try the camera, sensors, and any driver-assist features in a parking lot.A blank or frozen backup camera image and phantom sensor alerts are this vehicle's driver-assistance complaints.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 3 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
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