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Honda Ridgeline and Tesla Model S Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 18300 miles driven2017 Honda Ridgeline
[?] see reported repairs
  41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 18300 miles driven
37 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 20100 miles driven2017 Tesla Model S
[?] see reported repairs
  37 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 20100 miles driven
39 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 42900 miles driven

Most repairs involve fit and finish issues.
2015
Tesla Model S
[?] see reported repairs
  39 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 42900 miles driven

Most repairs involve fit and finish issues.
38 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 66100 miles driven

Includes some 2012s. Most of the reported problems are minor: wind noise, creaks, rattles. But also a few drive unit and battery pack replacements. Owners report outstanding service quality.
2013
Tesla Model S
[?] see reported repairs
  38 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 66100 miles driven

Includes some 2012s. Most of the reported problems are minor: wind noise, creaks, rattles. But also a few drive unit and battery pack replacements. Owners report outstanding service quality.
38 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 66100 miles driven

New design, summer introduction. Combined with the 2013.
2012
Tesla Model S
[?] see reported repairs
  38 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 66100 miles driven

New design, summer introduction. Combined with the 2013.
27 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 135000 miles driven2007 Honda Ridgeline Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  27 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 135000 miles driven
31 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 131900 miles driven2006 Honda Ridgeline Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  31 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 131900 miles driven

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Honda Ridgeline vs. Tesla Model S Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Honda Ridgeline and Tesla Model S reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Honda Ridgelines and Tesla Model Ss with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Honda Ridgelines and Tesla Model Ss that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Honda Ridgeline and Tesla Model S lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Honda Ridgeline and Tesla Model S have been recently.

To see how frequently Honda Ridgeline and Tesla Model S problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Honda Ridgeline

Honda Ridgeline Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Company offer excellent record see full Honda Ridgeline review
2008 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Everyone of the Honda cars and trucks are on Consumer Reports recommended list. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2008 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
not sure yet. onley three months old. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Brand reputation for reliability, resale, and honest value see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
I have a friend who is in his 2nd jeep wrangler unlimited within 12 months. His first was bought back by Chrysler and now his 2nd has the same, incurable problem. My Honda Ridgeline has been flawless in reliability, comfort, towing and off road at 33k. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Hondas have a reputation for durability and value. This is our third Honda. Those before had no problems beyond routine maintenance. You take care of a Honda and it will last. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Its a Honda! see full Honda Ridgeline review
2007 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
It is a true multi-purpose truck. Rides / handles like a sedan, but carries cargo like a medium truck. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2006 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
I am a first-time Honda owner and am convinced they are among the best among automakers in terms of engineering, creativity and functionality. see full Honda Ridgeline review
2006 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
it is a honda- was supposed to be trouble free. but it left me stranded when the ignition lockset failed. the thing would not start. rather disappointing at 46,000 miles, out of guarantee. see full Honda Ridgeline review
 

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