2013 Honda Ridgeline

2013 Honda Ridgeline

The 2013 Honda Ridgeline is a midsize pickup truck known for its comfortable cabin, versatile bed, and composed handling. It comes with a single powertrain: a 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission, which produces 250 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque.

Engine

• 3.5L V6

No Issues Found

Transmission

• 5-Speed Automatic

No Issues Found

Suspension

• Front Struts Leaking: Struts can develop leaks, causing a loss of damping force.
• Description/Symptoms: Suspension feels bouncy or harsh, especially over bumps or when turning.
• Solution: Replace leaking struts with new ones.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1,200+

Electrical

• Cabin Lights Flickering: Cabin lights may flicker intermittently due to faulty wiring or a loose connection.
• Description/Symptoms: Random flickering of interior lights while driving or parked.
• Solution: Inspect and repair or replace faulty wiring or connectors.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
• Recalls: N/A

Exterior

• Tailgate Handle Rusting: Tailgate handle may develop surface rust, especially in coastal areas.
• Description/Symptoms: Rusty or corroded tailgate handle.
• Solution: Clean and repaint the handle or replace it with a new one.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300

Interior

• Loose Headliner: Headliner fabric may become loose, sagging down from the roof.
• Description/Symptoms: Visually noticeable sagging headliner fabric.
• Solution: Reattach the loose fabric to the ceiling using adhesive or clips.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
• Faulty Seatbelt Tensioner: Seatbelt tensioner may not properly lock in an accident.
• Description/Symptoms: Seatbelt does not retract or tighten properly during sudden braking or impact.
• Solution: Replace faulty seatbelt tensioner with a new one.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600
• Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 22V153000, 17E041000

Summary

Overall, the 2013 Honda Ridgeline has a good reliability record with few reported issues. The suspension and electrical issues are the most common, and they can be relatively expensive to fix. However, the severity and cost of these issues are not a major concern for most owners.