2019 Honda Ridgeline VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability

The 2019 Honda Ridgeline has good reliability. There are 10 recalls and 222 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Honda Ridgeline. Severity signals include 8 crash-related complaints and 1 fire-related complaint. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Fuel System, Gasoline (36), Power Train (35), Electrical System (28).

Ridgeline reliability snapshot

65/100

Latest model-year reliability score

5.0/5

RepairPal rating (overall)

Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.

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Most-reported 2019 Honda Ridgeline issues

Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.

Fuel System, Gasoline36
Power Train35
Electrical System28
Engine23
Fuel Propulsion System23
Structure20

Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2019 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 for transmission shudder or hesitation during acceleration
Check for engine knocking or unusual noises
Test backup camera functionality by opening and closing the tailgate
Verify hood stability at highway speeds for vibrations or fluttering
Ensure brake pedal does not sink or feel spongy
Confirm fuel pump and injector recalls have been addressed
Test infotainment system for random volume changes or screen freezes

What owners reported

2019 Honda Ridgeline owner complaints in detail

Owners have reported 8 crashes, 1 fire and 7 injuries to NHTSA for the 2019 Honda Ridgeline. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.

Owner complaints36

FUEL SYSTEM

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline frequently report issues related to the fuel system, particularly concerning a recall campaign where parts for necessary repairs are unavailable. Complaints often mention difficulties with stalling, sputtering, and hesitation during acceleration, with some instances occurring at speeds as high as 65 MPH. These issues appear at varying mileages, with some reports at approximately 25,000 miles and others over 115,000 miles. While some owners have experienced engine warning lights and diagnostic trouble codes related to fuel pump failures, others report no failures but express frustration with the delay in recall repairs. Safety implications include potential stalling and hesitation during driving, which could affect vehicle control.

Owner complaints35

POWER TRAIN

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline frequently report transmission issues, including symptoms such as hesitation during acceleration, harsh shifting, and loss of power. These problems often occur around 40,000 to 100,000 miles. Several complaints involve the torque converter malfunctioning, leading to erratic gear shifting and high RPMs without corresponding speed increases. Safety implications are evident, with reports of two crashes and one injury linked to transmission failures. Potential buyers should be aware of these issues and the associated repair costs, as some owners note that their vehicles are not covered under existing warranty extensions or recalls.

Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports

Owner complaints28

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Owners report frequent issues with the 2019 Honda Ridgeline's electrical system, particularly involving the keyless entry unit and backup camera. Many complaints describe the alarm going off randomly, which drains the battery and sometimes prevents the vehicle from starting. This problem often emerges around 20,000 to 66,000 miles. Additionally, numerous owners mention that the backup camera fails due to wiring issues in the tailgate, with symptoms appearing shortly after the warranty expires. These electrical problems may pose safety risks by affecting the vehicle's operability and visibility when reversing.

Owner complaints23

ENGINE

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline frequently report issues related to engine knocking and connecting rod bearing failures, often resulting in significant engine damage. Symptoms include engine noises, loss of power, and sudden engine shutdowns, with some instances occurring at highway speeds. Several complaints mention these issues arising around 60,000 to 70,000 miles. Safety implications are noted, with reports of engine stalls leading to hazardous situations on the road and one case involving smoke and potential fire risks. Additionally, some owners express frustration over exclusions from related recalls, despite experiencing similar failures.

Severity signals: 0 crash, 1 fire, 0 injury reports

Owner complaints23

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline frequently report issues related to the fuel/propulsion system, specifically involving the fuel pump and fuel injectors. Common symptoms include the vehicle hesitating or stumbling during acceleration, the check engine light activating, and a persistent fuel odor, particularly after the vehicle is parked. Some complaints indicate these issues often emerge around 60,000 to 75,000 miles. Safety implications are noted, with concerns about potential crashes due to engine hesitation and the risk of fire from fuel leaks. Buyers should be aware that parts availability for these repairs is often delayed, leading to prolonged unresolved issues.

Owner complaints20

STRUCTURE

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline frequently report issues with the hood vibrating, fluttering, or bouncing, particularly at highway speeds and during windy conditions. Symptoms include noticeable hood movement, sometimes significant enough to suggest it might open unexpectedly, and difficulty in securing the hood latch. Complaints often indicate that these issues persist even after attempted repairs or recall work, such as striker plate installations or adhesive applications. Some reports mention the hood deforming or the adhesive failing, with occurrences noted as early as 6 months after purchase and at mileages ranging from 1,900 to over 61,000. Safety implications include potential hood detachment while driving, posing a risk of obstruction or crash. Additionally, a few complaints highlight tailgate issues, where it may not stay open securely, especially on uneven ground.

Owner complaints16

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline frequently report issues with the backup camera and wiring harness, leading to a black screen and inability to view obstacles when reversing. Complaints also highlight sunroof glass unexpectedly shattering and fuel odors both inside and outside the vehicle, often when idling or upon startup. Some owners mention difficulties obtaining recall repairs for the fuel pump, with symptoms like engine hesitation and hard starts. Safety implications are noted in instances of potential visibility loss from the backup camera and the risk of injury from exploding sunroof glass. These issues are reported across varying mileage ranges, with some owners experiencing problems soon after purchase.

Owner complaints10

SERVICE BRAKES

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline frequently report issues with the braking system, primarily describing symptoms such as a soft or spongy brake pedal, excessive pedal travel, and the need to pump the brakes to achieve effective stopping. Several complaints indicate that these issues persist even after replacing components like the brake booster and master cylinder. Some reports also highlight that the brake pedal may sink to the floor or become hard, particularly when the vehicle is idle or during sudden stops. These problems are noted at various mileages, with some occurring as early as 100 miles. Two incidents involve crashes, one during parking and another resulting in a collision with another vehicle, both citing brake failure as a contributing factor. Prospective buyers should be aware of these potential safety implications and the recurring nature of the brake issues.

Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 2 injury reports

Owner complaints9

BACK OVER PREVENTION

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline frequently report issues with the backup camera, often linked to wiring problems in the tailgate area. Common symptoms include the camera displaying a black screen, intermittent functionality, or a distorted "fish eye" view. These issues typically arise shortly after the warranty period, with some owners noting problems around 21,000 miles. Safety concerns are highlighted by owners, who express worry about the risk of backing over pedestrians due to the camera's failure. This pattern suggests potential repair costs for prospective buyers, especially if the vehicle is out of warranty.

Owner complaints2

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Owners of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline report issues with vehicle speed control, specifically related to cruise control and the Honda Sensing system. One complaint describes the cruise control advancing the vehicle's speed by an additional 3-4 mph without input, occurring approximately 5-8% of the time, which nearly led to an accident. Another report involves a crash where the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated into a wall after the Honda Sensing system activated the brakes while parking, resulting in one injury. These issues suggest potential safety risks, including unintended acceleration and abrupt stops, with one incident resulting in a crash and airbag deployment.

Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports

2019 Ridgeline recalls (10)

Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2019 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.
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGNHTSA 23V751000Nov 13, 2023
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
Consequence: A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024. 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Honda began mailing owner notification letters as of March 18, 2024. 2015-2016 Acura owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-December 2024, 2018 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed the end of March/early April 2024, 2019 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-May 2024, 2020 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-June 2024, and 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed January 27, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XG1 and GG0.
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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 21V215000Mar 25, 2021
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure 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
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGNHTSA 19V298000Apr 12, 2019
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
Consequence: Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.
STRUCTURENHTSA 18V848000Nov 28, 2018
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Honda Ridgeline and Pilot vehicles. The mounting holes for the clip that secures the right center pillar trim panel may be larger than intended. In the event of a crash necessitating right side curtain air bag deployment, the clip may not hold the center pillar trim panel in position and it may potentially interfere with the curtain air bag deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection," and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the curtain air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the right center pillar that will securely hold the center pillar trim clip, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is D3D.
SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGSNHTSA 18V664000Sep 27, 2018
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Honda Insight, Odyssey, and Ridgeline vehicles. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may have a manufacturing error, possibly resulting in the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the air bags or seatbelt pretensioners do not function as intended, there would be an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the SRS unit, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B2R, C2P, and Z2Q.

Used-market value

2019 Honda Ridgeline resale snapshot

85.8%estimated value retained after 3 years

50listings in the model-level benchmark

$35,529median asking price from 22 listings

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2019 Honda Ridgeline on the road

33,334 2019 Honda Ridgeline units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.

How the 2019 Honda Ridgeline stacks up against rivals

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Reliability verdict for the 2019 Honda Ridgeline

With a score well below the segment average, the 2019 Honda Ridgeline shows elevated reliability risk for its class. The recall count is elevated, reinforcing that this model year carries more documented corrective activity than a limited-recall vehicle would.

Complaints are not confined to a single system. They cluster across fuel-related categories and the powertrain, with additional concentration in the electrical system and engine. That spread suggests the reliability picture is broad rather than isolated, increasing uncertainty around which area is most likely to drive ownership disruption. As year three of this generation, the data does not indicate a clear settling into low-issue stability.

Overall, this Ridgeline rates as a higher-risk choice on reliability compared with typical segment expectations.

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2019 Honda Ridgeline — Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Honda Ridgeline reliable?

How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Ridgeline have?

10 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2019 Honda Ridgeline. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.

What are the most common 2019 Honda Ridgeline problems?

The most-reported 2019 Honda Ridgeline problem areas are: Fuel System, Gasoline (36), Power Train (35), Electrical System (28).

Should I run a VIN check on a 2019 Honda Ridgeline?

Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2019 Honda Ridgeline, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.