HONDA RIDGELINE · model year

2013 HONDA RIDGELINE

55 NHTSA complaints, 8 crash reports, and 8 active recalls for this specific cohort.

NHTSA overall rating

Not crash-tested

New Car Assessment Program

The 2013HONDARIDGELINE carries 55 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 8 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. For crash performance, NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gave this cohort an overall Not Rated/5 rating, with Not Rated/5 front crash, Not Rated/5 side crash, and 4/5 rollover scores derived from standardized barrier and dynamic tests.

Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2013 RIDGELINE is air bags with 35 filings, followed by structure:body (6) and engine (2). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability. This model year has 8 active recall campaigns, which means the manufacturer is obligated to remedy the covered defect at no charge for the life of the vehicle — the full NHTSA campaign numbers are listed below.

NHTSA currently has 5 investigation files overlapping the 2013 RIDGELINE, and 2 remain open. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page — a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.

55
Complaints
8
Crashes
1
Fires
5
Injuries
0
Deaths

Total Complaints

55 filings

Crashes Reported

8 reports

Source

NHTSA ODI

Federal complaints database

Complaints vs. fleet median (215)

At or below the fleet median complaint volume.

NHTSA NCAP overall: Not Rated/5 — Not rated · Front: Not Rated/5 · Side: Not Rated/5 · Rollover: 4/5

Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
AIR BAGS35
STRUCTURE:BODY6
ENGINE2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
POWER TRAIN1
SEAT BELTS1
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)1
STEERING1
SERVICE BRAKES1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
STRUCTURE1
SUSPENSION1

Recalls (8)

18V66200027/09/2018

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles nationwide. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2012 Acura RL, 2011 Honda Element and 2011-2013 Ridgeline vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Mary

19V50000027/06/2019

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ILX, 2015 RDX, 2005-2010 and 2012 RL, 2009-2014 TL, 2010 and 2012 ZDX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2011-2013 and 2015 CR-Z, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013 Fit EV, 2010-2011 and 2013 Insight and 2007-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped wi

19V50100027/06/2019

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2012 RL, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles.

22V43000016/06/2022

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles that were sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, R

19E06800010/10/2019

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Accelerator Pedal Assemblies part numbers 699-114 and 825-5029-1, sold as replacement parts for 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2004-2008 Acura TL and TSX, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2007-2011 Honda Element, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot and 2006-

18V04100009/01/2018

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2012 Acura RL, 2010 Honda Element, and 2010-2013 Honda Ridgeline vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the N

19V18200006/03/2019

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV

16V06100003/02/2016

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-20

Recent Complaints

20250625STRUCTURE:BODY

The rear crossmember of the Honda Ridgeline 2013 RTL where the trailer hitch is attached is rusted through which could break when towing or driving causing an accident. I think Honda should weld a plate onto the crossmember beam and undercoat it. Thank you

20250625SUSPENSION

The rear crossmember of the Honda Ridgeline 2013 RTL where the trailer hitch is attached is rusted through which could break when towing or driving causing an accident. I think Honda should weld a plate onto the crossmember beam and undercoat it. Thank you

20250625UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The rear crossmember of the Honda Ridgeline 2013 RTL where the trailer hitch is attached is rusted through which could break when towing or driving causing an accident. I think Honda should weld a plate onto the crossmember beam and undercoat it. Thank you

20220907STRUCTURE

The contact owns a 2013 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V4300000(Structure). Several dealers had been notified about the recall and each confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer had been notified of the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

20220817AIR BAGS

1 air bag 2

20220817ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 air bag 2

20220817UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 air bag 2

20211020AIR BAGS

I took this vehicle to the local Honda dealership in Sioux Falls Sd in 2015 or 2016 and waited (approximately 4 + hours) while they stated they repaired the faulty airbags according to the recall - but since that time I keep receiving these notices so now I don’t know if the Honda dealership didn’t actually repair the passenger airbag or didn’t file the repair

20210527SERVICE BRAKES

Purchased used at dealer, brakes spongy and press all the way to floor. Dealer replaced pads and master cylinder, some improvement. Must pump brakes to stop.

20200623STRUCTURE:BODY

I AM NOT SURE WHEN IT HAPPENED BUT AT SOME TIME THE 3RD BRAKE LIGHT AND ASSEMBLY BLOW OFF OF MY TRUCK. I TRIED TO LOOK UP THE PART NUMBER AND SAW SEVERAL OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THIS HAPPENING TO OTHER OWNERS I AM TOLD BY MECHANICS THAT THE CLIPS THAT HOLD THE ASSEMBLY IN PLACE ARE OFTEN BAD I HAVE A 500.00 DEDUCTIBLE AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE 800.00. I AM SAVING TO HAVE THE REPAIR DONE I DON'T DRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY BECAUSE THE SIDES ARE LOOSE SINCE THERE IS NOTHING HOLDING THEM IN PLACE SINCE I DON'T KNOW EXACTLY WHEN OR WHERE THIS HAPPENED THE REST OF MY REPORT IS ESTIMATED. *TR

Mileage: 50,000

20190817CrashAIR BAGS

I WAS STOPPED IN A LEFT TURN LANE BEHIND ANOTHER CAR. A THIRD CAR CAME FROM BEHIND AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND HIT MY CAR FROM BEHIND, PUSHING IT VIOLENTLY INTO THE CAR AHEAD OF ME. MY DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT ACTIVATE ON IMPACT. I SUFFERED FACIAL AND ARM INJURIES FROM STRIKING THE STEERING WHEEL. I WAS WEARING SEAT BELT AND SHOULDER RESTRAINT. MY CAR WAS SUBJECT TO PRIOR TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL AND AIRBAG WAS REPLACED BY DEALER.

Mileage: 70,000

20190817CrashSTRUCTURE:BODY

I WAS STOPPED IN A LEFT TURN LANE BEHIND ANOTHER CAR. A THIRD CAR CAME FROM BEHIND AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND HIT MY CAR FROM BEHIND, PUSHING IT VIOLENTLY INTO THE CAR AHEAD OF ME. MY DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT ACTIVATE ON IMPACT. I SUFFERED FACIAL AND ARM INJURIES FROM STRIKING THE STEERING WHEEL. I WAS WEARING SEAT BELT AND SHOULDER RESTRAINT. MY CAR WAS SUBJECT TO PRIOR TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL AND AIRBAG WAS REPLACED BY DEALER.

Mileage: 70,000

20190707AIR BAGS

TAKATA RECALL - DEALER WILL NOT PROVIDE RENTAL VEHICLE.

20190313FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

FUEL CAP LIGHT COMES ON. I REPLACE THE FUEL CAP FROM THE THE DEALER. THE LIGHT STILL COMES ON. REPLACE THE SENSOR ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK BY A CERTIFIED MECHANIC LIGHT STILL COMES ON DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO NEXT IS THERE A RECALL. THE LIGHT IS OFF WHEN YOU START THE VEHICLE BUT COMES ON GOING DOWN THE ROAD 10 MINUTES LATER OR 15 MINUTES LATER THE LIGHT WILL COME ON AND STAY ON. ALL THE TIME.

Mileage: 6

20181115CrashSTRUCTURE:BODY

LIGHT STATE DOFF FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS AND CAME ON AGAIN AND REMAINED ON AND IS STILL ON ON 11/15/18. SOMEHOW I WAS ABLE TO TRAVEL APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES TO THE NEXT EXIT, TUCUMCARI, NM, WITHOUT TRACTION AND LIMITED STEERING. NO REPORT TO POLICE WAS MADE AS POLICE AND TOW TRUCKS WERE FULLY OCCUPIED. THERE WAS NO OPTION FOR TURNING AROUND OR STOPPING AND WAITING FOR ASSISTANCE. BODY DAMAGE WAS LESS THAN EXPECTED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.

Mileage: 52,000

20181115CrashELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

LIGHT STATE DOFF FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS AND CAME ON AGAIN AND REMAINED ON AND IS STILL ON ON 11/15/18. SOMEHOW I WAS ABLE TO TRAVEL APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES TO THE NEXT EXIT, TUCUMCARI, NM, WITHOUT TRACTION AND LIMITED STEERING. NO REPORT TO POLICE WAS MADE AS POLICE AND TOW TRUCKS WERE FULLY OCCUPIED. THERE WAS NO OPTION FOR TURNING AROUND OR STOPPING AND WAITING FOR ASSISTANCE. BODY DAMAGE WAS LESS THAN EXPECTED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.

Mileage: 52,000

20181115CrashSTEERING

LIGHT STATE DOFF FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS AND CAME ON AGAIN AND REMAINED ON AND IS STILL ON ON 11/15/18. SOMEHOW I WAS ABLE TO TRAVEL APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES TO THE NEXT EXIT, TUCUMCARI, NM, WITHOUT TRACTION AND LIMITED STEERING. NO REPORT TO POLICE WAS MADE AS POLICE AND TOW TRUCKS WERE FULLY OCCUPIED. THERE WAS NO OPTION FOR TURNING AROUND OR STOPPING AND WAITING FOR ASSISTANCE. BODY DAMAGE WAS LESS THAN EXPECTED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.

Mileage: 52,000

20180629AIR BAGS

AIR WENT OFF. WAS HELPING A STUCK CAR IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. LIGHTY PULL SMALL CIVIC AND PUSHED HIM TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE AIR BAG WENT OFF.

Mileage: 35,620

20171006AIR BAGS

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A WOOD CHIPPER. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, BUT DID NOT INFLATE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE RIBS, CHEST, BACK, NECK, AND NOSE. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOWING FACILITY. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN.

20170627CrashSTRUCTURE:BODY

WHILE COMING TO A STOP TRUCK ACELERATES WILL NOT STOP UNTIL SHIFTED OUT OF GEAR HAS HAPPEN TWICE 2ND TIME RESULTING IN A CRASH REPORTED TO POLICE OF ST PETERS MO CASE NUMBER 2017-15285 TRUCK IS NOW AT HONDA DEALER HAPPENED ON CITY STREET REARENDING CAR IN FRONT

Mileage: 10,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints does the 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE have?
The 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE has 55 NHTSA complaints, 8 crashes, 1 fires, 5 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE?
The 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of Not Rated/5, front crash rating of Not Rated/5, side crash rating of Not Rated/5, and rollover rating of 4/5.
Are there any recalls for the 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE?
Yes, the 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE has 8 recall(s). The most common affected component is AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. Recalls are issued by NHTSA and manufacturers must provide a free remedy.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE?
The most-complained component for the 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE is AIR BAGS with 35 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include STRUCTURE:BODY and ENGINE.
Is the 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE safe to buy?
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. The 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE has an NHTSA safety rating of Not Rated/5. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.

Vehicle Safety Guides

Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.