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2018 Honda Ridgeline repairs by problem area

Engine (9%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (27%)

Other (27%)

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2018 Honda Ridgeline repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (71%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2018 Honda Ridgeline 4dr SUT

280-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD

Honda Ridgeline in Ohio, United States
Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Dec 2021

21000 mi
Rear window defroster did not work and required repair. Issue ended up being a wire installed incorrectly at the factory causing it to rub and eventually short out on the body. 

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2018 Honda Ridgeline 4dr SUT

280-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD

Honda Ridgeline in Texas, United States
Sep 2017 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

5500 mi
Radio randomly reboots when Bluetooth connected. Replaced entire head unit; problem not resolved 
Honda Ridgeline in Oregon, United States
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Oct 2021

24000 mi

US $900
Horn randomly going off (all night, for instance). Replaced auto door lock module 
Jan 2022

27000 mi

US $850
Replaced horn that didn't work. Big deal (500 in labor) to replace a $40 horn 
Honda Ridgeline in Alberta, Canada
Apr 2018 - May 2018
May 2018

538 mi
ac compressor has a leak part is on order various trim pieces not correct missing rubber grommet 
Honda Ridgeline in Arizona, United States
Sep 2017 - Jun 2022
Apr 2018

9000 mi
Trim in front window on drivers side 
Honda Ridgeline in Quebec, Canada
Aug 2017 - Mar 2018
Feb 2018

3720 mi

C $2
Almost no oil left in the engine after 6000km, looks like its burning oil fast, had to refill. 
Honda Ridgeline in Louisiana, United States
Sep 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

18000 mi
gasoline door not closing all they way. Not flush with bed of truck. Slight adjustment needed. Rear passenger seat not locking down. Mechanic said it is working as designed. 
Honda Ridgeline in Massachusetts, United States
Nov 2017 - Oct 2021
Feb 2018

800 mi
Excessive wind noise on driver's side. Gasket around driver's window was faulty and windshield clips were "warped." 

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2018 Honda Ridgeline Repair Histories

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