2020 Honda Ridgeline: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Honda Ridgeline: 8 recalls, 169 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
8 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Latches & locks, Body & structure Vehicle recall #21V932000 · 2021 · 724,826 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 passport, 2016-2019 pilot, and 2017-2020 ridgeline vehicles. The hood latch striker May become damaged and separate from the hood, which can result in the hood opening while driving.
Why it matters: A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will either repair the hood latch striker, or replace the hood if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #23V174000 · 2023 · 339,404 vehicles
What's wrong: The heating pads behind both side-view mirrors May not be bonded properly, allowing the mirror glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace both left and right side-view mirrors, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 17, 2024.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #23V458000 · 2023 · 124,077 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #23V858000 · 2023 · 2,490,460 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda accord, civic coupe, civic sedan, civic hatchback, civic type r, cr-v, hr-v, ridgeline, odyssey, Acura ilx, mdx, mdx hybrid, rdx, rlx, tlx, 2019-2022 Honda insight, passport, 2020 Honda cr-v hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda clarity phev, fit, and 2015-2020 Honda accord hybrid, pilot, Acura nsx vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank May fail.
Why it matters: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024.
Airbags Vehicle recall #24V064000 · 2024 · 750,114 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 pilot, accord, civic sedan, hr-v, odyssey, 2020 civic coupe, fit, 2021-2022 civic hatchback, 2021 civic type r, insight, 2020-2021 cr-v, cr-v hybrid, passport, ridgeline, accord hybrid, 2020 Acura mdx, 2022 Acura mdx, 2020-2022 Acura rdx, and 2020-2021 Acura tlx vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor May crack and short circuit, failing to…
Why it matters: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #24V321000 · 2024 · 187,290 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera (rvc) tailgate wire harness May fatigue and break, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rvc tailgate wire harness, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 8, 2024.
Airbags Vehicle recall #26V332000 · 2026 · 98,892 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura tlx, 2019-2024 rdx, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 mdx, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda ridgeline, 2017-2022 pilot, 2019-2021 passport, 2018-2026 odyssey, 2019-2022 insight, 2019-2021 hr-v, 2018-2020 fit, 2020-2022 cr-v hybrid, 2017-2022 cr-v, 2017-2018, 2021 civic type r, 2017-2021 civic hatchback, 2016-2020 civic coupe, 2016-2022 civic, 2017-2022 accord…
Why it matters: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026.
Suspension, Body & structure Vehicle recall #26V365000 · 2026 · 880,514 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear subframe May corrode at the suspension mounting points, which can result in rear suspension component failure.
Why it matters: Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final…
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Equipment Equipment recall #20E068000 · 2020 · 151,343 vehicles
What's wrong: Honda (american Honda motor Co.) is recalling all Honda genuine accessory tonneau covers, part number 08z07-t6z-100f, sold for installation on 2017-2020 ridgeline trucks. If the tonneau cover is not properly secured in the open or closed position, wind resistance May cause the cover to flip and buckle. If this occurs, the hinges between the center and rear panel May deform, possibly allowing the rear panel to…
Why it matters: A separated panel May become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
The fix: Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 Honda ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any Honda genuine accessory tonneau cover to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels, free of charge. In addition, an updated accessory user's information manual will be provided.…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (49): the most common themes are electrical failure (17), stalls / loses power (12).
- Other / unknown (42): the most common themes are electrical failure (10), stalls / loses power (7).
- Engine (38): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (16), electrical failure (11), warning light on (9).
- Forward collision avoidance (14): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), warning light on (2), electrical failure (2).
The 2020 Honda Ridgeline has 169 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 20 Ridgeline model years for complaints (1.5× the average Ridgeline year). Complaints peaked in 2024 (53 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 18,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (237 complaints, 11 recalls), 2021 (101 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recalls for the 2020 Honda Ridgeline, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Honda Ridgeline problems?
Owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (49), other / unknown (42), engine (38).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Honda Ridgeline get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S9)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 Honda Ridgeline repair manual?
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