2013 Honda RIDGELINE
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2013 Honda RIDGELINE has 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.4x the segment average of 134. The most common issue is air bags problems (64% of all complaints), specifically: takata recall i have contacted the dealer where i purchased my new ridgeline, mohawk honda 175 freemans bridge rd. scotia, ny regarding my recall. they want me to surrender my truck and use a sedan loaner until they can make repairs. i have explained to them that i use my truck to make money with. There are 8 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.
55
Total Complaints
8
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.4x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
AIR BAGS
35 complaints- • TAKATA RECALL I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED MY NEW RIDGELINE, MOHAWK HONDA 175 FREEMANS BRIDGE RD. SCOTIA, NY REGARDING MY RECALL. THEY WANT ME TO SURRENDER MY TRUCK AND USE A SEDAN LOANER UNTIL THEY CAN MAKE REPAIRS. I HAVE EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I USE MY TRUCK TO MAKE MONEY WITH
- • TAKATA RECALL: THE VEHICLE I NEED TO FUNCTION CANNOT BE RENTED WHILE I AWAIT BY REPLACEMENT AIRBAG. I NEED WITH A TRUCK WITH A HITCH AND TRAILER LIGHTS. SINCE THE AIRBAG IS THE SAFETY ISSUE, I WOULD LIKE YOU TO GIVE MARKLEY MOTORS IN FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, AUTHORIZATION TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG UNTIL
- • TAKATA RECALL DEALER WOULD NOT LET ME DRIVE OFF THE LOT WITHOUT SIGNING A WAIVER AFTER SERVICE WORK. TUFANKJIAN HONDA OF PLYMOUTH FORMERLY AUTOFAIRE. THEY COULD NOT PROVIDE A COMPARABLE RENTAL VEHICLE. I WAS FORCED TO SIGN A HONDA TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACEMENT VEHICLE INTENSIONS/STORAGE OWN
“TAKATA RECALL I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED MY NEW RIDGELINE, MOHAWK HONDA 175 FREEMANS BRIDGE RD. SCOTIA, NY REGARDING MY RECALL. THEY WANT ME TO SURRENDER MY TRUCK AND USE A SEDAN LOANER UNTIL THEY CAN MAKE REPAIRS. I HAVE EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I USE MY TRUCK TO MAKE MONEY WITH”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2013 Honda RIDGELINE
Based on 16 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 34K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.
BODY/STRUCTURE
AIR BAGS
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Recalls (8)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles nationwide. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2012 Acura RL, 2011 Honda Element and 2011-2013 Ridgeline vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Lastly, if not included above, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2011 Honda Element, 2010-2012 Acura RL and 2010-2013 Ridgeline vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are H2H and S2I.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2013 Honda RIDGELINE
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
5-Year Gas Price History
EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → todaySource: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2013 Honda RIDGELINE
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Honda RIDGELINE Service Intervals
Maintenance Minder shows exact intervals based on your driving. CVT-equipped models (Civic, HR-V, Accord Hybrid) need CVT fluid service, not conventional ATF.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Honda New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Honda. If you're buying a used 2013 RIDGELINE, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Honda dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 55 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐AIR BAGS: TAKATA RECALL I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED MY NEW RIDGELINE, MOHAWK HONDA 175 FREEMANS BRIDGE RD. SCOTIA, NY REGARDING MY RECALL. THEY WANT ME TO SURRENDER MY TRUCK AND USE A SEDAN LOANER UNTIL THEY CAN MAKE REPAIRS. I HAVE EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT I USE MY TRUCK TO MAKE MONEY WITH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BODY/STRUCTURE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ANTENNA COVER WAS NOT ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A HEATING FAILURE THAT HEATED UP THE METAL, CAUSING THE LENS A
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: WHEN STARTING IN MOTION AFTER A STOP FOR A TRAFFIC SIGNAL, OR MAKING A SLOW TURN THE POWER FROM THE ENGINE STOPS. I AM A LEFT FOOT BRAKE, TOUCHING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO CONTROL SPEED IN TRAFFIC TO AVOID A STOP AND GO REAR END COLLISION SITUATION FOLLOWING OTHER CARS, THE ENGINE POWER STOPS. PRESSING O
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: WHEN STARTING IN MOTION AFTER A STOP FOR A TRAFFIC SIGNAL, OR MAKING A SLOW TURN THE POWER FROM THE ENGINE STOPS. I AM A LEFT FOOT BRAKE, TOUCHING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO CONTROL SPEED IN TRAFFIC TO AVOID A STOP AND GO REAR END COLLISION SITUATION FOLLOWING OTHER CARS, THE ENGINE POWER STOPS. PRESSING O
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 8 recalls have been completed — free at any Honda dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Honda RIDGELINE — Year Comparison
How does 2013 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 55
- Recalls
- 8
- Fire reports
- 1
- Crash reports
- 7
- Injury reports
- 5
- Segment avg
- 134
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