The Lemon Index2013 Honda Ridgeline.
The 2013 Honda Ridgeline is better than average by owner complaints: 32 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 81, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about airbags, it has 8 recalls, and it gets 17 mpg combined. The best Honda Ridgeline year is 2007.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 45 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Honda Ridgeline year. 2013 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 10K to 51K miles on the car (11 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 8
- body structure 2022
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- speed control 2019
The rotating portion of the accelerator pedal assembly may bind.
- airbags 2019
These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high a…
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- airbags 2019
The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high …
- airbags 2019
The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous Takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containi.
- airbags 2018
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- airbags 2018
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- airbags 2016
The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Honda told dealers about
Honda sent dealers 68 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- "techline summary article - if the engine is overheating and theres engine oil mixed in the…
- Techline summary article - if the engine is overheating and theres engine oil mixed in the…
- Engineering request for investigation - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedElectrical overstress2019–2024
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Ridgeline PU/CC 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Honda notified me in february 2016 of this airbag recall and of this date my dealership (holler Honda orlando) says they have still not been able to get a replacement airbag for my truck.
2013 Honda Ridgeline owner · NHTSA complaint 10908105
Quick answers
Is the 2013 Honda Ridgeline reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 81; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2013 Honda Ridgeline problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (91%), engine (6%) and fuel or ev drive system (3%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2013 Honda Ridgeline have?
8 safety recalls (latest: body structure). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Honda Ridgeline get?
17 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Does the 2013 Honda Ridgeline have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2013 Honda Ridgeline cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2013 Honda Ridgeline have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works