2019 Honda Ridgeline transmission & drivetrain problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Mar 10, 202660,000 miVAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. A diagnostic test revealed codes for the catalytic converter efficiency below threshold Bank 2, and Bank 2 air-fuel ratio imbalance. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the dealer referenced NHTSA ID Number: 10187289 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…

   NHTSA complaint #11723342 · source
2. Filed Nov 26, 2025PATransmission & Drivetrain

   The Transmission error continues to flash on the dash. It has now happened on four (4) occasions. Transmission was flushed and still occurs. Diagnostic Error Code P0741 stored. Torque Converter issue. Honda has extended the warranty for most of these vehicles, mine is not showing in the extension. However, it appears to meet all the specifications that it should be covered. Have it at the dealership which confirms all above. They claim Honda Corporate has to decide to extend…

   NHTSA complaint #11701650 · source
3. Filed Nov 20, 2025FLTransmission & Drivetrain

   (This incident report is for my replacement transmission, I have already submitted an incident report for my original transmission which also failed in the exact same manner.) 1. My replacement transmission started bucking and clanging and down shifted extremely hard while I was driving in traffic, I lost all power and the vehicle would not accelerate but the RPM's kept rising. 2. My safety was at risk because I lost power while in traffic and my vehicle became disabled on…

   NHTSA complaint #11700702 · source
4. Filed Sep 29, 2025MNTransmission & Drivetrain

   Truck started clacking going down the freeway after religiously maintaining it for the last 5 years. Took it into the dealer at 153,000 miles and was told my engine needs replacing due to rod bearing knock. A little premature on a Honda that has been religiously maintained! Called Honda customer service and was told my vin is not included in the rod bearing safety recall for my exact vehicle, year, make, and model!

   NHTSA complaint #11690387 · source
5. Filed Sep 17, 2025ILEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   The vehicle lurches forward when accelerating. You start off from a stand still, as you are accelerating the vehicle slows, then speeds up, then slows then speeds up. this happens multiple time. You can watch the tachometer, it goes up then down, then up then down. It can happen 10, 20 times while accelerating.

   NHTSA complaint #11687845 · source
6. Filed Sep 11, 2025FLTransmission & Drivetrain

   Failed camshaft thrust bearing per Honda. This same part on other 2019 Ridgeline models was subject of Recall number 23V-751. While this failure is not covered by that recall it is very difficult to believe this part wasn't defective as well. The fix is very expensive ($4500) and I can't be the only 2019 Ridgeline owner in this situation.

   NHTSA complaint #11686585 · source
7. Filed Aug 29, 202542,000 miALElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle briefly lost motive power before slamming into gear. The contact was unsure if any warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while the vehicle was parked inside the garage, the horn and panic…

   NHTSA complaint #11683912 · source
8. Filed Aug 15, 202561,500 miMDTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle hesitated while shifting into gear. While driving at highway speeds, the vehicle hesitated while shifting into gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a transmission center, and it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was…

   NHTSA complaint #11680825 · source
9. Filed Jul 26, 2025MOCrashTowedBrakesAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   While driving with the cruise control set at 52mph, I was coming to a known left curve with a stop sign four way intersection that follows it (I drive this route at least 50% of the time whenever leaving my home). I hit the 'Cancel' button to stop the cruise control as I came to the curve, and there was no response. I hit the brakes and again there was no response. At that point I prepared for a wreck because I knew the curve was tight, followed by that intersection's stop…

   NHTSA complaint #11676371 · source
10. Filed Jul 9, 2025TNTransmission & Drivetrain

    Transmission hesitates during acceleration. Truck was purchase new and the problem began within 10k miles. Dealer suggested changing transmission oil every 30k miles but the problem would happen soon after every change. Transmission failed on highway with 99k miles. Dealer charged 10k to replace transmission with admitting they are seeing this issue on other 6 speed transmission.

    NHTSA complaint #11672138 · source
11. Filed Mar 30, 2025FLTransmission & Drivetrain

    While driving in traffic, the transmission made a clunk and the vehicle would not continue to accelerate, instead the rpms kept rising, (zero change in speed) the vehicle never shifted up or down again after this. Had to keep the car driving at around 35 mph till I got to a safe location to park the car.

    NHTSA complaint #11651628 · source
12. Filed Feb 18, 2025VAOther / UnknownTransmission & Drivetrain

    already had to replace camera and shop billed me approximately 1000 and although have extended warranty it is not covered. Also, have had the transmission serviced by them and it still jumps and dealership said is standard for the truck to perform lot that when it cold. This has just recently started happening but say nothing they can do.

    NHTSA complaint #11643325 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology