Is the 2017 Honda RIDGELINE reliable?

The 2017 Honda RIDGELINE has 429 complaints filed with NHTSA (3.2x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Honda RIDGELINE?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (92 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (88 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (50 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Honda RIDGELINE?

Yes, there are 9 recall(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, EQUIPMENT, STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER, STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS. Contact any Honda dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Honda RIDGELINE?

The 2017 Honda RIDGELINE gets 21 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2286. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Honda RIDGELINE?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Honda RIDGELINE is approximately $1,699/year (truck-fullsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2017 Honda RIDGELINE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2017 Honda RIDGELINE has 429 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.2x the segment average of 134. The most common issue is electrical problems (21% of all complaints), specifically: tpms failure light immediately came on driving from the dealership. took it back and and as leaving it came on again. immediately went back for fix and upon nearing home 25 miles from dealer it came on again. had to take it back for a loaner so they could do a 24 hour diagnosis. needed to order rear. There are 9 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 10 fire reports filed.

10 fire reports 3 crash reports 1 injury

429

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

3.2x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

92 complaints

21%

• TPMS FAILURE LIGHT IMMEDIATELY CAME ON DRIVING FROM THE DEALERSHIP. TOOK IT BACK AND AND AS LEAVING IT CAME ON AGAIN. IMMEDIATELY WENT BACK FOR FIX AND UPON NEARING HOME 25 MILES FROM DEALER IT CAME ON AGAIN. HAD TO TAKE IT BACK FOR A LOANER SO THEY COULD DO A 24 HOUR DIAGNOSIS. NEEDED TO ORDER REAR
• THE AWD HARNESS THAT HOOKS UP TO THE DIFFERENTIAL DOES NOT SEAL PROPERLY AND LETS IN WATER. THE WATER SHORTS OUT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND SHUTS DOWN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, VSA, BLIND SPOT MONITORING AND CROSS TRAFFIC, BLIND SPOT DETECTION. THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO OPERATE AT THIS POINT AND MAY CAUSE I
• AFTER SITTING FOR TWO HOURS, IN WET SLUSHY CONDITIONS CAME OUT TO START THE CAR, DASH LIGHTS (WARNING ICONS) FLASHING AT VERY HIGH RATE OF SPEED. DOME LIGHTS BARELY ON VERY DIM LIGHT CAR HAD A EXTREME POWER DRAW (SHORT). WOULD NOT START AND COULD NOT GET ANYTHING TO WORK BUT DOOR LOCKS FROM INSIDE O

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TPMS FAILURE LIGHT IMMEDIATELY CAME ON DRIVING FROM THE DEALERSHIP. TOOK IT BACK AND AND AS LEAVING IT CAME ON AGAIN. IMMEDIATELY WENT BACK FOR FIX AND UPON NEARING HOME 25 MILES FROM DEALER IT CAME ON AGAIN. HAD TO TAKE IT BACK FOR A LOANER SO THEY COULD DO A 24 HOUR DIAGNOSIS. NEEDED TO ORDER REAR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Honda RIDGELINE

Based on 173 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 38K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

FUEL SYSTEM

In line with typicalmedian 28K mi · 24 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 13K mi · 17 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

In line with typicalmedian 7K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

VISIBILITY

In line with typicalmedian 34K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BODY/STRUCTURE

In line with typicalmedian 21K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS

In line with typicalmedian 11K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

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 (9)

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP24/01/2019

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ridgeline trucks. Exposure to acids, such as from car wash soaps, can result in the fuel pump feed port cracking.

Risk: A crack in the fuel pump feed port can allow pressurized fuel to leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, if necessary, and install a fuel pump cover, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall number for this recall is Q3V.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Honda RIDGELINE

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,286

Per month

$191

Per mile

19.1¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,667/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,920/yr

Based 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 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Honda RIDGELINE

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,699

Full coverage / month

$142

Liability only / year

$609

vs US avg

+1%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (truck-fullsize)1.08x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1699

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Honda RIDGELINE Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

60K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

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

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Honda. If you're buying a used 2017 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

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 429 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: TPMS FAILURE LIGHT IMMEDIATELY CAME ON DRIVING FROM THE DEALERSHIP. TOOK IT BACK AND AND AS LEAVING IT CAME ON AGAIN. IMMEDIATELY WENT BACK FOR FIX AND UPON NEARING HOME 25 MILES FROM DEALER IT CAME ON AGAIN. HAD TO TAKE IT BACK FOR A LOANER SO THEY COULD DO A 24 HOUR DIAGNOSIS. NEEDED TO ORDER REAR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: NEW 2017 HONDA RIDGELINE TRUCK WHEN PUT IN REVERSE FROM DRIVE (STOP POSITION) THE VEHICLE WOULD GO FORWARD NOT BACKWARDS. AFTER ONE MONTH THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE LIGHT CAME ON AND HONDA DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION. THEY REPLACED THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION WITH A REMANUFACTURED TRANSMI
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: REARVIEW CAMERA DID NOT WORK. WIRING WAS BROKEN BETWEEN BODY AND TAILGATE WHERE IT FLEXES. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: WATER INTRUSION IN FUEL FILL COVER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 9 recalls have been completed — free at any Honda dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)