Equipment
NHTSA campaign 20E068000 · 2020 · reported 09/17/2020
A separated panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2020 Honda Ridgeline Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
162Complaints
9Recalls
1Crashes
0Fires
1Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Electrical System (28.4% of complaints) — has no NHTSA recall or open investigation on file.
Electrical System complaints here are 2.6× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
An open NHTSA investigation (EA25004, opened Mar 2025) covers Engine, but no recall has been issued for it yet.
3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 46 · 28.4% | No official action | — |
| Engine | 34 · 21% | Under investigation | EA25004 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 · 7.4% | No official action | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 10 · 6.2% | Recalled | Recall 24V321000 |
| Air Bags | 10 · 6.2% | Recalled | Recall 24V064000 · Recall 26V332000 |
| Power Train | 9 · 5.6% | No official action | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 162 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls — 9 campaigns
Structure:body:hood
NHTSA campaign 21V932000 · 2021 · reported 11/29/2021
A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices:exterior
NHTSA campaign 23V174000 · 2023 · reported 03/16/2023
Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
NHTSA campaign 23V458000 · 2023 · reported 06/29/2023
Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2023 · reported 12/18/2023
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger
NHTSA campaign 24V064000 · 2024 · reported 02/01/2024
An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
NHTSA campaign 24V321000 · 2024 · reported 05/09/2024
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger
NHTSA campaign 26V332000 · 2026 · reported 05/21/2026
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Structure:frame And Members
NHTSA campaign 26V365000 · 2026 · reported 06/04/2026
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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“Scheduled my vehicle for recall related to the tailgate/camera/rear area warning system harness replacement for today 10-15-2024 after two notices. Upon arriving for my appointment…”NHTSA complaint 11619824 — filed 10/15/2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“I experienced multiple warning lights on my dash when disengaging my cruise control on the freeway to pass a slower vehicle in front of me…”NHTSA complaint 11602391 — filed 07/15/2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“When operating the vehicle in reverse, the dashboard screen was black/blank instead of displaying the view from the rear backup camera. The issue began to…”NHTSA complaint 11588379 — filed 05/13/2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda Ridgeline?
Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 46 of 162 NHTSA complaints (28.4%), followed by unspecified/other issues (41), engine (34), exterior lighting (12). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2020 Honda Ridgeline have?
162 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 1 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 1 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2020 Honda Ridgeline have any recalls?
Yes — 9 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 20E068000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2020 Honda Ridgeline's reported problems?
3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. NHTSA has an open investigation (EA25004) into engine that has not led to a recall. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.
