2022 Honda Ridgeline electrical system problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 19, 2026TXElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Car failed to restart engine after auto stop/start, battery is fairly new and was replaced because a few incidents like this and assumed it was a faulty battery. It becomes a very dangerous situation when trying to join traffic while exiting a parking lot or when stopped at a traffic light and the car does nor restart. It has to be placed in park, turned off, open a door, close it and then press the ignition button to start again.

   NHTSA complaint #11765478 · source
2. Filed Apr 2, 2026ORElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   Auto Idle Stop not working. By default it should be on and driver must actively turn it off. Mine does not/not come on. This problem appears different from the numerous other problems reported with the Auto Idle Stop but it still is a problem and indicates the system may have a number of related defects and that its may be just be a metter of time until I experience other more serious problems.

   NHTSA complaint #11728764 · source
3. Filed Mar 9, 2026COElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2022 Honda Ridgeline. The contact had received notification of an unknown recall regarding the Auto START/STOP feature. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was advised that the vehicle could not be repaired. The battery on the vehicle was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue; however, no assistance was provided. The contact had not experienced a failure.

   NHTSA complaint #11722995 · source
4. Filed Nov 29, 2025CAElectrical System

   With automatic high beam active, the lights frequently switch to high beam with oncoming traffic, potentially blinding the drivers.

   NHTSA complaint #11701980 · source
5. Filed Nov 18, 2025TXElectrical System

   I took my vehicle to the Honda dealership to have a safety recall repaired. Following the repair, the alarm started intermittently going off. Before the repair, the vehicle was running well. I did not know what the alarm sounded like before the recall repair. After they checked the vehicle, I was hit with a $1500 repair bill to replace the Keyless Control Unit. This part is what is causing the issue. Now I am left with no recourse. I called Honda corporate, and they told me…

   NHTSA complaint #11700119 · source
6. Filed Apr 15, 2025NJElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   While trying to accelerate quickly from the start ,low 15 mph and moderate speeds when you feel you have to push the accelerator pedal all the way at once to the floor theirs a bad Hesitation where the vehicle is going nowhere. The accelerator cable by wire doesn't RESPOND when you want to accelerate . This can cause an ACCIDENT When you attempt to accelerate and the vehicle doesn't get out of its own way. This problem has the same symptoms of the older style carburetors…

   NHTSA complaint #11654836 · source
7. Filed Dec 2, 2024FLElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2022 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V321000 (Back Oven Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet…

   NHTSA complaint #11628420 · source
8. Filed Sep 18, 2024ARElectrical System

   Frank Fletceher would not safety recall or warranty inspect my honda bc I didn't buy from them. I need a PGM-FI idle stop sw update & tailgate wire harness inspection.

   NHTSA complaint #11615142 · source
9. Filed Dec 5, 2023MSElectrical System

   Was stopped at a traffic light and idle-stop had engaged. Released brake and vehicle failed to restart. Multiple attempts to restart before it actually started. Many dash indicators were lit, but I was too frantic to notice which. Was in heavy traffic and it was very unsettling. Only time this has happened, but I feel like it will repeat. Have not been to dealer, but I will.

   NHTSA complaint #11558669 · source
10. Filed Aug 31, 2023ILDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

    On 08/23/23 multiple safety warning lights activated on my dashboard. I took my vehicle to my Honda Dealer and after two days it was returned and I was told that it was repaired. The next day while driving the exact same thing occurred and I noticed that the vehicle was not accelerating normally and the brake warning light activated although there were no cars or objects in front of me. I returned to the dealership who kept my vehicle for 5 days returning it to me and…

    NHTSA complaint #11541951 · source
11. Filed May 25, 2023FLFireElectrical System

    Traveling at 50mph when warning lights started, AWD malfunction, auto idle malfunction, gear shift malfunction, then warning says shift to N and power shut down, coasted to a stop. Once stopped smoke coming from engine, unable to open hood (to hot). Within 2 min flames were coming around hood fire extinguishers not helpful to stop flames. Fire department arrived within 15 min to extinguish.

    NHTSA complaint #11523883 · source
12. Filed May 11, 2023GAElectrical SystemSteering

    The heated steering wheel over heated causing the leather on the steering wheel to bubble up on the right hand side. The steering wheel got so hot when I was driving I could not hold it. I had to pull over and let the steering wheel cool off. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to it over heating. This happen Nov. 2022. The dealer said I need a new steering wheel. It is May 2023 and I am still waiting on a new steering wheel.

    NHTSA complaint #11521617 · 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