2019 Honda Ridgeline Engine

On 1/5/2026 while pulling unto a major intersection, my 2019 Honda Ridgeline with 64,000 miles suddenly jolted, lost engine power, and every dash light came on indicating that all electronics were inoperable. Fortunately there was no fast moving on coming traffic. After examination in mechanics shop, it was found that the camshaft was bad. attached is the $3,900.00 invoice. Attached also is a picture of the sensor showing that the camshaft was moving and hitting the sensor which caused the truck to go into safe mode. According to your own investigation and speaking to the Honda service department, this obvious is a factory defect that Honda needs to address. The cam obviously is not strong enough. There are 4.3 million complaints. I want to be reimbursed or will never, ever buy a Honda product. This is a safety issue as well as a consumer protection issue.

The engine light came on and cam shaft caused the rod bearing to fail. I see there is a recall 23v751. But my vehicle vin. Is not on it 2019 honda ridgeline

This is my second Honda ridgeline. The first was a 2014 model. This 2019 ridgeline has a distinctive metal knocking noise in the engine when running. The noise gets quite loud the colder the initial startup and under initial load. It gets quieter after running on the highway for a distance. I took it to the dealer several years ago but the noise was hard to hear after running the interstate for 20 miles. The mechanic told me there was "nothing wrong". I think there is. I know what this engine is supposed to sound like. This VIN number should have been in the 2023 Ridgeline engine recall.

My engine started knocking from the connecting rod bearings and my vehicle is now not usable. The active recall on 2017 and 2019 Ridgelines is not covering my VIN and I have read many others are having the same issue. This issue if left untreated could cause my vehicle to die resulting in a loss of power. The manufacturer is refusing to repair the issue.

I was driving to work, engine starting knocking, check engine and battery light came on, and truck shut down. I coasted to a stop and had truck trailered 110mi. to dealer.

While driving to work, engine started knocking, engine and battery light came on, then engine shut off....all of this in a matter of seconds. I coasted to a stop and had truck trailered to my dealer.

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a popping sound coming from the engine compartment while attempting to accelerate. Additionally, there was a burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle rod bearings failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

My 2019 Honda Ridgeline vehicle has less than 70,000 miles and we have always gotten our oil changed at the recommended times. The last time was about 2,000 miles ago at the Honda dealership. We also regularly check the oil. While driving down the interstate near where we live, the car engine suddenly stopped working and smoke came from the engine. Thankfully, we were in right lane and were able to coast it to the shoulder. We had the car towed to the nearest Honda dealership. For some reason which the Honda dealership won't disclose nor would corporate Honda, the piston in the engine blew two holes in the number 5 cylinder. This damage is consistent with the possible damage that a recent recall addressed. In that recall the piston bearings needed to be replaced. Although some 2019 Honda Ridgelines were included in that recall, our VIN number was not. There was also a recent investigation by the NHTSA into similar instances involving similar damages and vehicles not being included in the baring recall. Although we were not hurt, if the highway had been more crowded or the car not in the right lane, we could have been seriously hurt. Furthermore, the engine will cost $17,548 to replace. After requesting assistance from the Honda through their goodwill program, we were denied. The car has not yet been repaired. We would like to request further investigation into this and similar instances. Thank you.

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that there was a rattling sound coming from the front end of the vehicle near the fuel injectors. There were no warning lights. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.

My check engine light started blinking, and the engine began to idle roughly. Took into dealership, and there was a connecting rod bearing failure on cylinder 1. Seems related to recall 23V-751.

Excessive wear on connecting rod or crankshaft bearings. While performing a pre-road trip oil change after only 1600 miles, I found a large amount of copper glitter metal particles in the engine oil. I have oil samples and the oil filter available for inspection. And I have pictures. If the bearings seize the engine will stop running possibly causing an accident. I had put just 15 miles on the fresh oil while driving it to the Honda dealer. They drained the fresh oil and said they did not find metal - not surprising because I had just changed it. They said the connecting rods weren't knocking and to drive it another 5000 miles then bring it back. I hear some faint knocking when the engine is cold that goes away as the engine gets warm.

Beginning at ~30K miles, I am hearing a "rod-knock" from the bottom of engine. Especially noticeable when starting out from a stop. Easily reproduced by putting foot on brake, truck in drive, and slowly depressing accelerator pedal. All maintenance since day 1 on truck (now has 65k miles) has been done at dealer. Reported issue to dealer and they responded, "cannot duplicate". I fall within the Honda engine rod bearing issue and I am concerned about engine failure.

Vehicle is currently at Curry Honda in Yorktown NY awaiting an engine repair. The vehicle developed a rod knock consistent with NHSTA campaign number 23V751000, engine damage from connecting rod bearing wear. Metal shavings were in both the engine oil and oil filter as confirmed by technicians at Curry Honda. Vehicle was driven to the dealership and all mechanical issues were verified by dealership employees.

Unknown, engine bearings

Engine suffered internal mechanical failure. I had the failed engine replaced so it is no longer in my position. My wife was driving and was nearly rear-ended on a major highway at around 55mph. Without warning, the truck stalled then completely stopped. she was able to get it running for a short period in order to go down an off ramp. Then it would not restart. I had the truck towed to the dealer and the diagnosing mechanic described it as an internal mechanical failure, most likely a rod bearing failure. The dealership service manager discouraged me for having the engine full diagnosed because of the cost. Failure occurred without warning. Once the truck stalled, all warning lights began to flash.

I have a well maintained 2019 RIdgeline that at midnight on the highway started flashing a red motor sign at me, and within 10 miles was flashing all lights and chugging and grinding, stranding me. I found out Honda had recalled hundreds of thousands of cars due to a similar failure. I asked Honda customer service and my local dealer if I were to pay for diagnosis and it was the same failure as recalled motors, would they cover it, they won't answer me, but the dealer implies that I will pay all costs period, diagnostic fee as well as used motor cost, because even thought they quoted me a new motor at $20,000 they actually don't have the motor, so I have to take used motor. I went through a nightmare last year with them and had to pay $4000 for a torque converter repair while 2 1/2 yrs of my same truck got theirs free, mine was too newly built to be covered. I think they are borderline criminal in their actions.

I am writing to bring to your attention a significant issue I have encountered with my 2019 Honda Ridgeline, which recently suffered a catastrophic engine failure from a seized connecting rod bearing, resulting in a blown engine. With virtually no warning, the dash lights illuminated and the engine lost power and started smoking while on the freeway. A 911 was called and police and fire responded. The engine compartment was drenched with water in an effort to prevent a fire. Any delay in emergency services response would have certainly resulted in a fire and possible accident or injury. The vehicle was towed to and is currently at my local Honda dealer who confirmed the cause of the engine failure. I was informed that there was a recall issued for this exact problem for 2017 and 2019 Honda Ridgelines, however my VIN was not included in the recall even though my vehicle experienced the same engine problems. Allstate insurance inspected the vehicle and confirmed the cause of the failure. Additionally, after researching this issue I found that there are numerous 2017 and 2019 Honda Ridgeline owners who have also experienced the same exact issues. I would like to understand why my vehicle was not included in this recall and if there is anything that the NHTSA can do to get it covered. I was told by Honda America that you have the authority to expand the recall. .

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the check engine and oil warning lights started flashing on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over and checked under the hood of the vehicle but found no failure. Upon restart of the vehicle, an abnormal clanking sound started coming from the engine. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test was performed, and the mechanic discovered that the connecting rod bearing in the engine was worn and damaged the engine. The mechanic then informed the contact of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) which was linked to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The contact was instructed to have the vehicle towed to the dealer. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer where a second diagnostic test was performed, and the vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.

My car was recalled months ago but Honda has not provided the parts for the repair. I don't know why they are telling me about the recall (it is serious...fuel pump) but not getting parts in a timely manner to fix it. They keep telling me to call the dealer; the dealer keeps telling me they don't have the parts and there is no ETA as to when they will be available. Can't Honda just replace the entire fuel pump if they can not make or obtain the parts to repair it?

The 2019 Honda Ridgeline truck was driving at 70MPH for one hour at 25F temperature. After exiting the ramp, the Check Engine Light started flashing, lost power and the engine was running very rough and cannot drive more than 35MPH. Stopped on the side of the road, turned the engine off and then back on and the truck was driveable again. Had this truck for 4 years now and had this problem once or twice every winter.

Bad fuel injectors.

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated while at a standstill the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. The fire marshals came and extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an insurance lot. The contact stated no warning lights were illuminated. The manufacturer was informed of failure and was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 17,500