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2008 Honda Ridgeline repairs by problem area
Engine (18%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (11%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)
Other (11%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 125 repairs.
2008 Honda Ridgeline electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (63%)
Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Honda Ridgeline 4dr SUT
247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD
| 50000 mi | replaced dead battery |
| 25100 mi US $60 |
A/C, heater fan quit working, I replaced the transistor with no fix, all fuses, wiring checked OK. The 2nd Honda shop fixed it but couldn't determine cause....said if it acts up again the interior wiring harnes to motor would be replaced. |
| 28000 mi US $200 |
Well, the blower motor quit working again. The shop ID'd the problem with the wiring harness from the a/c control unit to the blower motor and replaced it, a first for this rather large dealership. Lucky me! |
| 25400 mi | Burnt out tail and brake lights. |
| 132800 mi US $490 |
Starter has been making a whine noise. Just stopped working. |
| 24800 mi $300 |
Loose wire connection on control panel back |
| 50000 mi US $28 |
Had to replace switch that heats passenger seat. |
| 59000 mi | A front door actuator--some part in the door was making a strange noise when car was running--Honda warranty covered it! |
| 207000 mi US $325 |
Alternator had been making whining noise for about 1,000 miles and finally failed to charge battery. Replaced with a new unit from Autozone. Battery also changed (4.5 years old) but cost not included. |
| 249000 mi US $268 |
Replaced TPMS on all 4 OEM wheels after almost 9 years |
| 254000 mi US $916 |
alternator failed and took out the battery and serp belt. |
| 155000 mi | Two TPMS sensors malfunctioned -- dead batteries. |
| 228780 mi | new battery |
| 277760 mi C $350 |
replace alternator |
| 32000 mi US $100 |
Starter malfunctioning |
| 68000 mi | CD changer had mechanical error. Dealer replaced it under extended warranty. |
| 115300 mi US $30 |
A/C blew warm air. Replaced compressor relay. |
| 119040 mi C $85 |
Replaced battery, would not hold charge in cold weather |
| 144860 mi C $700 |
Compressor clutch solenoid |
| 77500 mi | LCD display in dash (odometer, trip, TPMS) would not work when relative humidity would be above 60%. |
| 22940 mi | Heater blower motor and sensor malfunctioned and required replacement |
| 48000 mi US $80 |
Third brake light melted at the top, leaving a 1/2" gap between the light and truck body. The melt pattern corresponded to the two center bulbs. Honda said it was out of warranty. Told me I could pay for it, then appeal! |
| 107000 mi US $700 |
A/C worked intermittently. Relay was replaced. |
| 35000 mi | Starter bad |
| 139000 mi US $400 |
A/c compressor was bad |
| 65000 mi | AIR CONDITIONING NOT FUNCTIONING.COMPRESSOR NOT ENGAGING.VENTILATION AND FANS,HEAT WORK FINE.BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK (USING VENTILATION BUTTONS TO START SELF DIAGNOSIS) SHOWS NO ERROR CODES IN SYSTEM. WILL BRING TO DEALER FOR REPAIR. |
| 70700 mi US $400 |
replaced discharge hose-$400 (overpriced) |
| 104000 mi US $450 |
Starter failed. Had to have vehicle towed. |
| 51000 mi | I reported a/c blows warm air - dealer "found leak at the discharge hose" and special ordered hose. |
| 52300 mi | Replaced AC discharge hose. |
| 104300 mi US $45 |
R side headlight failed (low beam) so I purchased a pair of bulbs and replaced the bulbs on both sides. |
| 112000 mi US $30 |
A second low beam replacement. |
| 120000 mi US $30 |
Another headlight bulb. Each time was due to the low beam burning out. It is an easy fix but I cannot explain why it is occurring more frequently than should be expected. |
| 136600 mi US $170 |
The overhead maplight unit went bad and had to be replaced. |
| 157000 mi | Multi-disc CD changer will no longer load CDs. Since the CD unit is an integral part of the radio and security system, I consulted the dealer regarding repair diagnosis. I was told minimum cost to assess the problem would be $65.00. A service appt has been scheduled so this incident will be updated at a later date. |
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