I am puzzled by some of the negative parts of their review.
Thoughts and comments will be appreciated.
Thoughts and comments will be appreciated.
Consumer Reports (Ridgeline Ratings)
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Clark Howard’s list of vets lasting 200,000+:
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Report: Top Vehicles Most Likely To Last 250,000 Miles
If you're thinking about buying a vehicle, make sure it can last. A recent report shows some of the cars most likely to last 250,000 miles.
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Yes, I would assume so...
Glad to hear, but one point saddens me. I am picking up tomorrow, and paid sticker.
But am excited about getting itI've got a '19 Sport that has seen very little use (just went over 12k miles). I'm hoping to start towing a lightweight camper with it and am just a little concerned about the transmission issues that others have mentioned. But in the meantime, I'm loving this ride!Water leak is a concern, but nobody knows how widespread it is, or how big of an issue it is.
Many vehicles of many different makes get or have water leaks in them, but the owners never know it. The water may evaporate, drain to a non-issue place, or just never be discovered.
Water leaks are easy to check for in the Ridgeline, and that may be one of the reasons it is widely reported. Again, we have no idea how widespread, how common compared to other vehicles, or how big of an issue.
Other significant concern is the six-speed found in the 2017-2019 Ridgelines. Some of these have failed, as many as 2% by some estimates.
Aside from that, it's little issues, like the aforementioned poorly-calibrated safety nannies (many of those can be turned off) and laggy infotainment.
Interestingly, lower trims of the 2017-2019 Ridgeline have no safety nannies and no laggy radios, but you have to worry a little bit about your transmission if you have one of those models.
There are some other minor issues depending on year model. See this thread:
Summary of year-to-year changes for US Ridgeline...
Please let me know if you see any errors or omissions. 2017 The 2017 Ridgeline was unveiled at the North American International Auto Show on January 11, 2016. It went on sale on June 21, 2016. First year model for second generation Recalls Water may leak into rear wiring harness Fuel pump...www.ridgelineownersclub.com
Most of us are willing to live with these idiosyncrasies because even with those, it is still the best mid-size truck on the market. The trunk and tailgate alone are game-changers.
No one has found the perfect vehicle yet. Miata is near-perfect for a sports car, but sucks for hauling plywood or a half-cord of firewood. Full-size trucks have great capability, but are garage-challenged and expensive for what they are, and their beds are often too high to be readily usable. My 2002 Accord was near-perfect for dependability and reliability, but it's age was starting to show and Honda can't make them like that anymore and still compete in the car market.
Buy the vehicle that meets your needs. If you can afford it, you can even buy the vehicle you want.
I was a subscriber to consumer reports in the 80's. They did a review on real estate agents that was so obviously biased that I stopped subscribing. I am on my 3rd Ridgeline. I have owned many fords, Chevy's and Rams, and at this point I wouldn't go back unless I had to tow a big trailer. It drives like a car, including being easy for older folks to get into and out of, and can haul stuff like a pickup. Best of both worlds.
I have owned 4 Ridgelines and have had good experience with all of them (current one is a 2019 RTL-T) .
Just sold a 2008 RTL that was a magnificent vehicle. So much so, I sold it to a friend and then bought a 2023 RTL that so far has met my expectations!
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My ‘22 RTL-E is almost a year and has 10k. I’ve had a love-like relationship so far. It has had no defects or problems. It just works. I wish a lot of things were different but it does exactly what Honda said it would do.
I “loved” my nine year old F150 butttttt it required a bunch of trips to the dealer to fix Ford’s poor workmanship. I have had zero reasons to go to the Honda dealer. Just my personal experience.
I agree. CR is one of many datapoints in researching really just telling me what to watchout for and things to look at. The Ridgeline is my 3rd Honda vehicle and with 2 yrs experience with it, I'm comfortable it was a good purchase.
I bought a new 2018 Ridgeline in late 2018. Have put around 50K miles on it. There were four nationwide recalls which were repaired at no charge. The electrical system and start button seems to be a common complaint for this model and year, but I haven't had such problems. I drive with the eco button engaged and am surprised when I do not get the gas mileage touted in the advertisements. Another area that could use some improvement is the stereo system. It can be loud, but the speakers do not produce the same level of clarity as systems in my other cars. This is my first Honda. I have had good luck with Nissan and Infiniti products averaging 180,000 miles on all of them before I gave them away. I hope the same for this car. Overall, in spite of the recalls and minor issues mentioned above, I am very happy with the vehicle and plan to drive it until it dies
Consumer Reports surveys are pretty rock solid. They query owners regarding a myriad of components and, if they rate a vehicle, it means they have gotten a significant number of responses. Up until the last couple years, the Ridgeline has been the top ranked mid-size pickup...and, actually, the top ranked pickup of all classes.
Consumer Reports is much less biased than Edmunds or any of the other rating services.
The Check Engine Light-Limp Mode after driving in cold weather is, by far, the biggest concern of mine. I am invested in the vehicle and hoping Honda fixes it before someone gets hurt but I don’t think I’d buy one now just on that issue and how Honda has handled it.
CEL after cold weather driving
CEL after cold weather driving
I could not read the report as it was not included in your comments. It sounds like the report contradicts what I heard in a news report on the radio today. It stated that the Honda Ridgeline is one of eleven vehicles that will last longer than 300,000 miles. I searched online for something to confirm that and came across the following statement:
For a series of vehicles that have gotten a lot of criticism over the years, there is no denying that the Honda Ridgeline is actually one of the top pickups. It appears that the car manufacturer has finally been able to make a quality pickup from this series.
This pickup is definitely worth investing in because of the clear fact that it truly is the perfect working truck. There is absolutely no question that this vehicle will be able to last its owners a very long time because of how structurally sound and also powerful it is.
The Honda Ridgeline may not be the flashiest truck but if you want something which is dependable, it is hard to beat the Ridgeline. While the Ridgeline may not offer the towing capability of other pickup trucks, it still has a pretty decent towing capacity.
The Ridgeline has a light curb weight because of its unibody construction and independent rear suspension. The major complaints leveled against the Ridgeline in terms of reliability are the soggy brake pedal and issues syncing between the touch screen and blue tooth.
One of 11 Cars That Will Last Longer Than 300,000 Miles? I can believe it. I'm on my second Ridgeline and the first one had over 200,000 miles on it when I sold it.
Good Day,
My .02 worth, I/we just came back on I-90 from Butte to Seattle (1500 miles round trip) in our '21 BE and I can truly state that this vehicle meets and/or exceeds my expectations. We had to drive through tremendous snow fall in the mountains and in Butte we had snow and sub-zero temps. I NEVER had any issue/s with traction/cold starting or driveability. We have Blizzaks snow tires on and I added 180 pounds in sand bags (just in case, please don't start with all the negative comments about "you don't need extra weight") when you have your kids with you why take any chances. Anyway back on point, over the whole trip of almost 1,500 miles we averaged 23.8 miles per gallon. I cannot say enough good things about my BE, super comfortable and goes where you want it to without complaints.
My .02 worth, I/we just came back on I-90 from Butte to Seattle (1500 miles round trip) in our '21 BE and I can truly state that this vehicle meets and/or exceeds my expectations. We had to drive through tremendous snow fall in the mountains and in Butte we had snow and sub-zero temps. I NEVER had any issue/s with traction/cold starting or driveability. We have Blizzaks snow tires on and I added 180 pounds in sand bags (just in case, please don't start with all the negative comments about "you don't need extra weight") when you have your kids with you why take any chances. Anyway back on point, over the whole trip of almost 1,500 miles we averaged 23.8 miles per gallon. I cannot say enough good things about my BE, super comfortable and goes where you want it to without complaints.
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Consumer Reports is not a professional or objective organization. I have had little confidence in their past reviews.
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What, in your opinion, is the most professional and objective organization for reviews?
you stole my handle.
I have had some random electrical issues with my ‘22 RTL, but nothing that keeps me from driving it. No one else has reported this, so maybe it is a one-off problem. It has improved with colder temperatures, and I am increasingly suspecting a dodgy battery condition sensor. My biggest concern has been that it might get worse.
Some people don’t like certain features (auto headlights, lane keeping assist) and wireless phone charger, if you have one, does not work at all for some folks.
Things that make this truck stand out for me are the quiet comfort of driving it, adequate power for most towing, acceptable gas mileage (great for a truck,) and a couple of features I had no idea I would like so much: weather-tight trunk in the bed that also holds your jack and spare tire, and the really easy to flip up and down rear seats. Often I have something in my hand to put back there, and the seat is not where I want it. I am able to flip it up or down with one hand. So I don’t need to set down whatever I am carrying.
The biggest drawback will probably be the cost of changing transmission and differential fluids.
if CR rates it a 3 out of 5 for reliability, that would be troubling. I like 5s and may put up with a 4 if nothing else that meets my needs is any better.
I have had 4 RLs. The first three were trouble free. The 4th that I now have is a '17 RTL with 52,600 miles that I bought new in April, 2017. So far I have put on a new set of tires, had the back up camera wiring recall done and changed the oil/filter every 5,000 miles. Reliability rating: 5. Ridgelines are not for everyone (it ain't a "Bubba" truck) but based on my experience, the reliability exceeds other pick ups. (BTW: this site is a magnet for reports of problems)
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