2018 Honda Ridgeline

Introduction

The 2018 Honda Ridgeline is a midsize pickup truck that comes standard with a 3.5L V6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. It is known for its spacious cabin and versatile bed, but it has also been plagued by a number of issues since its debut.

The Ridgeline is available with the following engine and transmission options:

• 3.5L V6 engine, 280 horsepower, 262 lb-ft of torque, 6-speed automatic transmission
• 3.5L V6 engine, 280 horsepower, 262 lb-ft of torque, 9-speed automatic transmission

Engine

3.5L V6 Engine

• Cylinder misfiring:
  • Description/Symptoms: The engine may misfire, causing it to shake, lose power, and have difficulty starting.
  • Solution: Replace the faulty spark plugs or coils.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Excessive oil consumption:
  • Description/Symptoms: The engine may consume excessive amounts of oil, requiring frequent top-ups.
  • Solution: Replace the piston rings or the entire engine.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $5,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing chain noise:
  • Description/Symptoms: The timing chain may make a rattling or whining noise, especially when the engine is cold.
  • Solution: Replace the timing chain and tensioners.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
  • Recalls: 2018-2019 Honda Ridgeline (Recall # 19V319000)

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Shifting problems:
  • Description/Symptoms: The transmission may slip, hesitate, or refuse to shift gears.
  • Solution: Replace the transmission fluid or the entire transmission.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Torque converter failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The torque converter may fail, causing the transmission to slip or shudder.
  • Solution: Replace the torque converter.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,500
  • Recalls: None Found

9-Speed Automatic Transmission

• No issues found

Suspension

• Rear suspension sag:
  • Description/Symptoms: The rear of the vehicle may sag, especially when carrying heavy loads.
  • Solution: Replace the rear leaf springs.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Front suspension knocking noise:
  • Description/Symptoms: A knocking noise may come from the front suspension, especially when driving over bumps.
  • Solution: Replace the front struts or shocks.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery drain:
  • Description/Symptoms: The battery may drain prematurely, even when the vehicle is parked.
  • Solution: Replace the battery or the alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Electrical glitches:
  • Description/Symptoms: The vehicle’s electrical system may experience glitches, such as flickering lights or malfunctioning gauges.
  • Solution: Replace faulty wiring or components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000
  • Recalls: 2018 Honda Ridgeline (Recall # 18V691000)

Exterior

• No issues found

Interior

• Climate control problems:
  • Description/Symptoms: The climate control system may not work properly, causing the interior to be too hot or too cold.
  • Solution: Replace the climate control unit or the actuators.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Sunroof problems:
  • Description/Symptoms: The sunroof may leak or malfunction, causing water damage to the interior.
  • Solution: Replace the sunroof seal or the entire sunroof.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2018 Honda Ridgeline is a popular pickup truck that has been plagued by a number of issues. The most common problems include engine misfires, excessive oil consumption, timing chain noise, transmission shifting problems, and electrical glitches. While some of these issues are relatively minor and inexpensive to fix, others can be more serious and costly. Overall, the Ridgeline has received mixed reviews from owners, with some praising its spacious cabin and versatile bed, while others have complained about its reliability issues.