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Honda Ridgeline Reliability Grade

COverall

Below-average reliability

EngineC-
TransmissionC+

Grade a specific Honda Ridgeline

Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.

The Honda Ridgeline earns a C overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C- for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 5th of 6 midsize trucks we grade. The engine (C-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for oil-change records and have a mechanic check for leaks and oil consumption. Grades are based on 1,334 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

Honda Ridgeline reliability by year

Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.

2006C+2007B2008B2009A2010A2011A2012A2013A2014A2017F2018C-2019F2020D2021D2022D2023D2024D

Best years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014

Years to avoid: 2017 (engine failure / knocking), 2019–2020 (transmission slipping / rough shifting), 2021 (engine failure / knocking) and 2022–2023 (stalling / loss of power)

Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.

How long does the Honda Ridgeline last?

300,000Estimated lifespan (miles)

A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.

Known Honda Ridgeline problems

We track 2 known problem areas for the Honda Ridgeline, including which model years they affect. They're in the full report, along with miles remaining and a deal score for the car you're looking at.

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Honda Ridgeline vs. other midsize trucks

ModelEngineTrans.Overall
Toyota Tacoma A A- A
Nissan Frontier A A- A
Ford Ranger B+ D B-
Chevrolet Colorado B+ C B-
Honda Ridgeline C- C+ C
Jeep Gladiator C- D F

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Honda Ridgeline reliability FAQ

Is the Honda Ridgeline reliable?

Below-average reliability. The Honda Ridgeline earns a C overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C- for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 5th of 6 midsize trucks we grade. The engine (C-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for oil-change records and have a mechanic check for leaks and oil consumption. Grades are based on 1,334 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

How many miles will a Honda Ridgeline last?

We estimate a well-maintained Honda Ridgeline lasts around 300,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.

What are the best years for the Honda Ridgeline?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Honda Ridgeline model years are 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.

What Honda Ridgeline years should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Honda Ridgeline years to be most careful with are 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The 2017 grades an F overall (engine D, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is engine failure / knocking. The 2019 grades an F overall (engine F, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting.

Is the Honda Ridgeline transmission reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Honda Ridgeline transmission a C+ (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.

Is the Honda Ridgeline engine reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Honda Ridgeline engine a C- (below-average reliability).