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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%)
Chart based on 125 repairs.
2008 Honda Ridgeline engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (23%)
$500 - $999 (23%)
$100 - $499 (9%)
< $100 (45%)
Chart based on 22 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
| 160000 mi US $1200 |
Replace a catalytic convertor, other maintenance |
| 107000 mi US $700 |
Muffler shroud became partially detached and made a loud rattling noise while driving or when stopped and the wind was blowing. |
| 182500 mi US $356 |
Serpentine belt tensioner started to fail. Replaced tensioner and belt |
| 198000 mi US $1650 |
Water pump making a noise and at this mileage, decided to replace timing belt, tensioner, water pump, coolant and plugs |
| 117000 mi US $27 |
Exhaust heat shield reattachment |
| 158000 mi US $1100 |
Known defect on the Ridgeline is the Denso radiators have dissimilar metals at the inlet and outlet pipe. The welded washers at bottom of radiator became weak and a transmission line blew at the bottom of the radiator. Almost ruined the transmission with the dreaded pink milkshake. This Honda Ridgeline has been the biggest POS our family has ever owned. Repairs are expensive. If you are going to do any kind of towing or hauling, a Ridgeline is not the truck for the job. We've spent thousands maintaining and repairing this truck while are GM trucks just need routine maintenance. |
| 155000 mi US $995 |
Timing belt service |
| 74100 mi US $1520 |
Normal time [for engine cooling system repair] as vehicle now 10 years old |
| 78200 mi US $500 |
Timing belt tensioner went out and had to replace |
| 79000 mi US $500 |
Timing belt tensioner went out so replaced timing belt and water pump as well |
| 47000 mi | heater coil [core] in front |
| 129100 mi US $860 |
Right motor mount. |
| 47820 mi | Rear main engine oil seal developed a leak. No repair yet. Waiting to hear from Honda Canada to see if they will cover under warranty. |
| 50220 mi C $250 |
Rear main oil seal replaced. |
| 25000 mi | Gas cap replaced after tighten gas cap message appeared. |
| 69000 mi US $80 |
leaking rear main seal repaired under extended warranty |
| 68800 mi US $31 |
Connector behind the dash shorted out causing the radiator fans and the AC to fail. |
| 30000 mi | Timing belt tensioner was replaced along with the timing belt. |
| 69900 mi | check engine light p0420 rear catalyst/02 |
| 51000 mi | Ordered right side motor mount, needed replacement. |
| 52300 mi | Replaced right side motor mount. |
| 153000 mi US $2000 |
Water pump leak idamaged timing belt so both were replaced. |
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