2018 Honda Ridgeline VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2018 Honda Ridgeline has good reliability. There are 6 recalls and 153 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline. Severity signals include 3 crash-related complaints and 1 fire-related complaint. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Electrical System (49), Back Over Prevention (22), Fuel Propulsion System (17).
Ridgeline reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2018 Honda Ridgeline issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Electrical System49
- Back Over Prevention22
- Fuel Propulsion System17
- Engine16
- Fuel System, Gasoline13
- Unknown Or Other10
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Inspect backup camera functionality and wiring harness near tailgate
- Listen for engine knocking noises at startup
- Check for smooth transmission shifting between gears
- Test fuel filler neck for water intrusion and freezing
- Verify completion of any open recalls related to fuel pump and engine
2018 Ridgeline recalls (6)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2018 Ridgeline. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 19V053000Jan 24, 2019
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ridgeline trucks. Exposure to acids, such as from car wash soaps, can result in the fuel pump feed port cracking.
Consequence: A crack in the fuel pump feed port can allow pressurized fuel to leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, if necessary, and install a fuel pump cover, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall number for this recall is Q3V.
- EQUIPMENTNHTSA 20E068000Sep 17, 2020
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 separate from the vehicle.
Consequence: A separated panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Remedy
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. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is F8M.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023
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.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 22V867000Nov 23, 2022
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ridgeline vehicles. Opening and closing the tailgate may break the rearview camera wiring harness, causing the rearview camera to fail.
Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2023. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is 6RW.
- STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESNHTSA 21V932000Nov 29, 2021
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.
Consequence: A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PBV.
- SEATSNHTSA 18V221000Apr 5, 2018
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles and 2018 Acura MDX vehicles. The front driver and passenger powered seats in the Honda vehicles and the driver powered seats in the Acura vehicles may have been assembled with improperly manufactured rivets. In the event of a crash, the rivets can break causing the seats not to be secured to the floor. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat frame assembly in Acura MDX vehicles, and replace the driver and front passenger seat slide rail frames in Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is D0S, and T0T.
Used-market value
2018 Honda Ridgeline resale snapshot
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2018 Honda Ridgeline on the road
30,592 2018 Honda Ridgeline units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2018 Honda Ridgeline stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline
With a 53/100 score versus a 69/100 segment average, the 2018 Honda Ridgeline lands below the class norm for reliability. The gap is meaningful and points to a higher likelihood of reported problems than most peers, raising buyer risk for this model year. As the second year of its generation, the data still reflects notable friction rather than a settled reliability profile.
Complaints are not confined to a single system. Electrical concerns lead, but reports also cluster around back-over prevention, fuel/propulsion, engine, and the fuel system, suggesting issues span both electronics and core drivability functions. The recall count is elevated, reinforcing that this year saw multiple formal corrections.
Overall, the data supports an elevated reliability risk level relative to the segment.
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2018 Honda Ridgeline — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Honda Ridgeline reliable?
With a 53/100 score versus a 69/100 segment average, the 2018 Honda Ridgeline lands below the class norm for reliability. The gap is meaningful and points to a higher likelihood of reported problems than most peers, raising buyer risk for this model year. As the second year of its generation, the data still reflects notable friction rather than a settled reliability profile.
How many recalls does the 2018 Honda Ridgeline have?
6 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2018 Honda Ridgeline problems?
The most-reported 2018 Honda Ridgeline problem areas are: Electrical System (49), Back Over Prevention (22), Fuel Propulsion System (17).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2018 Honda Ridgeline?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2018 Honda Ridgeline, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.