2006 Honda Ridgeline body problems

Filed Nov 5, 2026 · Body, Steering · WV

I was driving home the other day when the truck started handling funny. I was only a couple miles from home so I slowed down and went slowly towards home. Next day I went out and noticed the right rear tire leaning badly inward at top. I pulled the Tire and found the mount for the upper control arm had rusted badly and Had broken away from the frame. I took it in in XXX for the rear frame recalll where it was patched and I was told it was good to go. In XXX I took it in for state inspection and was told they would pass it this time but next inspection it would not pass due to serious Rust issues on rear frame and Under the Bed. I couldnt believe that they patched around the gas tank and Didnt inspect the rear frame or simply chose not to.There is no way that frame rusted to that point in that amount of time. Had that control arm bracket gave out an hour earlier I was on the interstate in traffic and the results could have been devastating for myself and others. Looking around after jacking it up the whole back frame section and bed rails are in horrible shape and rusted through. The truck is Totally unsafe to drive and the Frame where mount broke is also rusted to the point it Cant be welded. Also right above that the sway bar mounts and surrounding metal is also compromised. American Honda and the Dealer told me to take it to the Honda shop Thats 40 miles away to inspect it or have it towed at my cost. It will have to be put in a trailor of flatbed. The Rear wheel is capable of towing or driving that distance. I was finally given a case # by the email support team and that #is XXX. They said they would get back to me in 2-3 Business days which is approaching soon I real would like to have them exercise a buyback and either pay for tow or send a field inspector to my home. The truck is up on blocks and damage is very easy to see. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Oct 21, 2026 · Body · 226,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Upon further inspection, the contact and an independent mechanic noticed severe rear frame corrosion. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer twice; however, the vehicle could not be raised up on the lift. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 226,000.

Filed Nov 5, 2025 · Body, Suspension · KY

Rust in the frame- missing parts - holes

Filed Aug 20, 2025 · Body · 200,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that the rear subframe was extremely corroded. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who had repaired the vehicle under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure). The dealer had repaired the vehicle and was awaiting guidance from the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Mar 11, 2025 · Body · TN

recall was initiated because salt used on roads during winter could accumulate along the rear frame, where the fuel tank is mounted, causing corrosion and potentially leading to the fuel tank becoming unsecured. Affected Vehicles: The recall covers 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline pickup trucks that were sold or ever registered in the salt-belt region. Salt-Belt States: The affected states include Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. This is a known issue, I have a huge rusted hole in the truck, and it's not covered because I don't live in a surrounding state of Kentucky or Virginia but I live within 50 miles of both of these states. This known recall should be expanded to include Tennessee and North Carolina and it's ridiculous to recall 50 miles away but not here. Why would you allow this?

Filed Jan 16, 2025 · Body, Fuel system · NH

A recall on rear frame rust compromised with gas tank strapping

Filed Jan 9, 2024 · Body, Suspension · 357,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for an inspection, the dealer determined that the suspension and sub-frame were severely corroded. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the dealer declined to perform the recall repair due to the suspension and sub-frame corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had recently purchased the vehicle from a private seller, who informed her that the engine and transmission had previously been replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 357,000. The contact took the vehicle to Bill Walsh Honda in Ottawa, IL for inspection and for the punch test required for recall 22V430 on Dec. 3, 2023 and was told the vehicle passed the punch test and needed to come back in a couple weeks to have new brackets put on to hold the gas tank. The appointment was set for Dec. 15, 2023 but the contact was told the punch test failed this time.

Filed Aug 8, 2023 · Body, Fuel system · MI

My vehicle was recalled because corrosion can form on the rear frame due to accumulation of road de-icing agents mixed with mud and dirt. The fuel tank, which is mounted to the rear frame, can become unsecured as the rear frame deteriorates from corrosion. An unsecured fuel tank may result in a fuel leak and an increased risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source. Loud noises from the rear of the vehicle can alert you in the event the fuel tank becomes unsecured. I called to make an appointment for the recall on [XXX] and it was dropped of at Williams Honda in Traverse City MI the next day for nearest appointment which was [XXX}. I was notified by Williams Honda on [XXX] that my vehicle failed the inspection and could not be fixed. Williams Honda told me to expect a call from Honda. I never did until I called a week later. I tried to get a loaner vehicle or rental since mine could not be repaired. Honda advised that Williams needed to arrange it and Williams advised that it needed to be approved by Honda. This went back an forth for weeks until Honda advised that I could have a rental if I drove to Williams 2 hours from my house. Honda suggested that I purchase a rental vehicle with my own money and submit for reimbursement with the hopes that I would be made whole. It is now [XXX] and they still have refused to make reasonable accommodations for a rental vehicle and they have not fixed my vehicle. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I would be willing to discuss this matter in greater detail over the phone [XXX] ). [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed May 21, 2023 · Body, Fuel system · TN

There is currently a rust recall for vehicles registered in states surrounding me, but North Carolina, Tennessee is not included. The recall is from damage by salt to rusting frame and rocker panels. Mine was originally registered in Western NC and currently registered in north east TN. Both of these areas use salt on the roads and my Ridgeline is rusting in the rocker panels and underneath. This is a known issue but why would you allow Honda to not cover vehicles in neighboring states to those covered, i.e. Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia. Hoping you will act on this since you know it's a problem with states using salt and this Honda is starting to rust rapidly with no warning.

Filed Mar 20, 2023 · Body · SC

The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. 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.