19 complaints reported

2007 Honda Ridgeline Structure

Owner-reported problems and safety issues filed with NHTSA. Review common failures, severity levels, and complaint trends over time.

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19
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
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Jun 2025

The car is rusting away. Tire dealer cant put it on as lift

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Feb 2025
Nov 2023

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jul 2023
Oct 2023

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that the subframe was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jan 2022
Jul 2023

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormal humming sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who stated that the vehicle was rusted and unsafe to drive. A punch test was performed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jun 2023
Jul 2023

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the dealer was unable to perform the repair due to corrosion. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and had closed a case that was opened by the manufacturer after concluding that the vehicle was unrepairable. The failure mileage was approximately 192,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jan 2023
Feb 2023

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the remedy was not adequate for the extent of rust located on the rear subframe of the vehicle. The contact was advised to notify the manufacturer of the issue. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed to contact another dealer however, the contact was informed that the recall could not be completed. The contact then stated that he noticed that the fuel tank had detached and was held in place by an unknown attachment. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that he would receive a call back however, the contact had not been contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. The consumer stated the problem has been resolved.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jul 2022
Oct 2022

2007 HONDA RIDGELINE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 22V-430.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Oct 2022
Sep 2022

My Vehicle had a recall for corrosion on the rear frame. I brought it to the local Honda dealer on 9/14/2022 . it was picked up on 9/15/2022. The invoice stated they inspected the rear frame for rust and corrosion. I had told them there was a big hole in the the frame near the driver's rear wheel. I looked under the vehicle on 9/19/22 and the hole still remains. It is right by the jacking point on the vehicle and looks unsafe to use if i need to change the tire. I took pictures and sent to the dealer and have not heard back from them.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Sep 2022
Sep 2022

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure). The contact stated that he took the vehicle to the dealer where it was inspected for rear frame corrosion however, the contact stated that the dealer stated that the fix would fail to repair the vehicle because of rust on the part mentioned. The vehicle received the recall remedy however, the contact stated that the dealer was not able to put spray and seal the affected areas. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 185,000.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Mar 2022
Jul 2022

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jan 2022
Apr 2022

The contact's husband owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jan 2022
Mar 2022

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure). The contact stated that he noticed that the rear stabilizer bar on the driver’s side had failed, and the strut frame was rusted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact was concerned that the parts would fail while driving. The dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was scheduled twice. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the contact was informed that the parts to do the repair was unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that parts were available for the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Aug 2022
Jan 2022

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer a month ago where it was diagnosed that the rear subframe was damaged due to corrosion and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and the contact was informed of a possible repurchase the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Mar 2022
Sep 2019

WE HAVE A 2007 RIDGELINE. TWICE BEFORE WE HAVE EXPERIENCED THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT PANEL RIPPING OFF ENTIRELY UNDER HIGHER SPEEDS. IT HAPPENED BOTH TIMES WHEN WE WERE TRAVELING 65 MPH ON THE EXPRESSWAY. THANKFULLY NO ONE WAS HURT AND BOTH TIMES THE DEALERSHIP REPAIRED THE ISSUE AT NO EXPENSE TO US. UNFORTUNATELY WE ARE NOW AGAIN EXPERIENCING ISSUES WITH THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT PANEL WHEREAS WE ARE HEARING WHISTLING NOISES AND THUMPING SOUNDS IF WE GO OVER 60 MPH. THE PARTS ARE STILL IN PLACE AND I'M TRYING TO BE PROACTIVE TO GET THE PART FIXED BEFORE IT RIPS OFF AGAIN. I HAVE CONTACTED BOTH THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE AND AMERICAN HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE, BUT NEITHER PARTY IS TAKING RESPONSIBILITY AND WE ARE TOLD WE WOULD HAVE TO HAVE IT REPAIRED AT OUR OWN EXPENSE. I EVEN BROUGHT TO THEIR ATTENTION THAT NOT ONLY IS IT THE THIRD TIME IT HAS HAPPENED TO US, THERE ARE NUMEROUS ON-LINE REPORTS OF PEOPLE EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUE. AND SOME HAVE REPORTED HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM MULTIPLE TIMES. HERE ARE LINKS TO A COUPLE ON-LINE REPORTS: HTTP://WWW.CARPROBLEMZOO.COM/HONDA/RIDGELINE/BODY-PROBLEMS.PHP HTTPS://WWW.RIDGELINEOWNERSCLUB.COM/THREADS/THIRD-BRAKE-LIGHT-PANEL-FELL-OFF.36990/#POST-530200 HTTPS://WWW.RIDGELINEOWNERSCLUB.COM/THREADS/3RD-BRAKE-LIGHT-BODY-PANEL-BLEW-OFF.27241/#POST-387981 HTTPS://WWW.RIDGELINEOWNERSCLUB.COM/THREADS/WIND-NOISE-WHISTLING.30811/PAGE-4#POST-522368 HTTPS://WWW.RIDGELINEOWNERSCLUB.COM/THREADS/ROOF-BRAKE-LIGHT-ASSEMBLY-BLOWING-OFF.41175/#POST-591377 THIS IS THE ON-LINE RESEARCH I HAVE DONE IN JUST A SHORT TIME THIS AFTERNOON. I'M SURE THAT DEEP, THOROUGH INVESTIGATION WOULD REVEAL THAT THIS IS A LEGITIMATE SAFETY ISSUE FOR WHICH A RECALL IS WARRANTED.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jan 2019
Aug 2019

WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE THE SUPPORT WHICH CRADLES THE FUEL TANK BROKE APART FROM THE REAR PART OF THE FRAME (BY THE SUSPENSION, JUST TO THE INSIDE OF THE REAR LEFT WHEEL) AND WAS DRAGGING ON THE ROAD. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO MY MECHANIC (1 MILE AWAY). WHEN THIS OCCURRED, I WAS DRIVING ON A PAVED ROAD WITH A 35-MPH SPEED LIMIT. MY MECHANIC PUT THE VEHICLE ON A LIFT AND SHOWED ME THE DAMAGE. THE REAR PART OF THE FRAME RUSTED/CORRODED TO THE POINT WHERE IT IS BARELY IN ONE PIECE. THE VEHICLE IS NOT ABLE TO BE REPAIRED AND MY MECHANIC WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME (2 MILES) BECAUSE HE WAS CONCERNED THAT THE REAR PART OF THE FRAME WOULD COMPLETELY BREAK, WHICH WOULD CAUSE THE REAR SUSPENSION TO COLLAPSE. HE WAS ALSO CONCERNED THAT THE FUEL TANK MIGHT FALL OF THE VEHICLE. I WOULD NOT EXPECT ANY VEHICLE, ESPECIALLY NOT A HONDA, TO FALL APART LIKE THIS AFTER ONLY TWELVE OR THIRTEEN YEARS. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD ABOUT 136,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. THE VEHICLE HAS A CLEAN TITLE AND THE CARFAX DOES NOT SHOW ANY FLOOD HISTORY. I'VE ATTACHED TWO PICTURES.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Feb 2019
Sep 2018

THERE IS NO KNOWN WAY TO OPEN THE IN BED TRUNK. I'VE TAKEN THE TRUCK TO THE DEALER AND CONTACTED HONDA AND NEITHER HAVE AN ANSWER. IF SOMETHING IN THE TRUNK PREVENTS THE TRUNK FROM OPENING, THE OWNER NEEDS TO DESTROY THE TRUNK TO OPEN IT. WHAT IF A CHILD WAS STUCK IN THE TRUNK AND COULDN'T FIND THE RELEASE? I DID FIND A WAY TO OPEN THE TRUNK BY CUTTING A 4"X4" WHOLE. HONDA OFFER NO HELP WHAT'S SO EVER. (THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY)

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jul 2018
Mar 2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FAILED TO OPEN WHEN USING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER HOWEVER,THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 77,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 78,000.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jan 2014
Oct 2009

THREE TIMES IN THE PAST YEAR, A PIECE ON THE TOP OF MY 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE HAS BECOME DETACHED. THE FIRST TIME, THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED IT REPLACED THE RETAINING CLIPS. THE SECOND TIME, THE PIECE FLEW OFF WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY, HITTING A CAR BEHIND ME. THE DEALER REFUSED TO FIX IT. I CONTACTED HONDA CORPORATE WHO REFERRED ME TO ANOTHER DEALER, AND THEY FIXED IT REPLACING ALL DESIRED PARTS. THE THIRD TIME WAS JUST THIS PAST SATURDAY. THE SECOND DEALER HAS ASKED TO SEE IT AND SAID THEY WOULD HAVE TO GET SOME PICTURES AND HAVE SOMEONE ELSE LOOK AT IT. THIS IS THREE TIMES IN THE PAST YEAR, AND I BELIEVE I HAVE A LEMON ON MY HANDS. *TR

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Jan 2008
Dec 2007

DUE TO BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL HEIGHT AND POSITION IT IS POSSIBLE TO BE APPLYING ENGINE THROTTLE AT THE TIME OF BRAKING. I'M NOT SURE WHICH WILL WIN OUT BUT IT IS A BAD FEELING. NO ACCIDENTS AT THIS TIME. *TR

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE, Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Incident: Dec 2007

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