2006 Honda Ridgeline suspension 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 Nov 5, 2025 · Body, Suspension · KY

Rust in the frame- missing parts - holes

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 Nov 27, 2023 · Fuel system, Suspension · IN

Please see the recall info here: 2006 Honda Ridgeline Recall Item Affected: STRUCTUREDate Announced: 06/16/2022Description of Recall:Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles that were sold, or ever registered in 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. An accumulation of road salt may cause the frame mounting surface, where the fuel tank mounting bands are attached, to corrode and possibly detach the fuel tank, which can result in a fuel leak.Action Need To Fix It:Dealers will inspect and repair the rear frame, as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any corrosion damage, Honda may offer to repurchase the vehicle. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 1, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑888‑234‑2138. We took my son's vehicle to our local Honda dealership for the recall repair. They replaced 2 bolts that secure the fuel tank straps to the frame. Then sent us away with an invoice saying the vehicle is not safe to drive due to severely rusted fuel tank straps. I have emailed and called American Honda many times to ask why this is not covered by the recall and requesting a buy back. They have only responded by saying the recall repairs were made. They won't put anything in writing explaining why the severely corroded fuel tank straps that are a safety issue per their dealership are not related to the recall.

Filed Jan 16, 2023 · Suspension · IL

The frame mounted "crossmember" is corrosed/damage and is now broken. 1. https://www.kbb.com/honda/ridgeline/2006/recall/?vehicleid=785 2. https://www.google.com/search?q=2006+honda+ridgeline+soft+frame+under&sxsrf=AJOqlzWYu_EaV-KkW_88UqeKb0u7RSBZLA%3A1673891609643&ei=GY_FY8zyJtmoqtsPqIKp-AE&ved=0ahUKEwiM46OW1Mz8AhVZlGoFHShBCh8Q4dUDCBE&uact=5&oq=2006+honda+ridgeline+soft+frame+under&gs_lcp=Cgxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAQAzIFCCEQoAEyBQghEKABMgUIIRCgATIFCCEQoAE6CggAEEcQ1gQQsAM6BAgjECc6BQghEKsCSgQIQRgASgQIRhgAUJoLWKYoYIksaAFwAXgAgAF0iAHDBpIBAzIuNpgBAKABAcgBCMABAQ&sclient=gws-wiz-serp#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:da70102e,vid:a2EWECN6NTc

Filed Jan 12, 2023 · Body, Suspension · OH

When my dealership inspected my rear frame for corrosion related to warranty 22V‑430, they noted that the rear frame corrosion was so severe that the rear passenger wheel was no longer secured to the rear frame, resulting in a severe safety risk. However, warranty 22V‑430 relates to corrosion of the rear frame resulting in an unsecured fuel tank which may result in a fuel leak and an increased risk of fire. The dealership and the district Honda representative agreed that the frame was severely corroded and presented a severe safety risk, but the district Honda representative said Honda will not warranty the defective frame nor offer any remedy for the related rear frame corrosion problem. The corrosion problem acknowledged in warranty 22V‑430 could impair the safety and stability of the vehicle and put the driver and all passenger as well as other vehicles and pedestrians at risk if the wheel becomes unsecured. Until warranty 22V‑430 was performed, there was no warning system alerting me to the safety issue and thus could have easily gone undetected. Since Honda is not taking responsibility for defect in the rear frame, I am seeking your help for this related rear frame corrosion problem. Note: The attached 4 pictures show the rear drivers side frame with secured wheel compared with the rear passenger side frame with unsecured wheel.

Filed Nov 6, 2011 · Steering, Suspension · 98,000 miles · SD

Passenger side rear strut was replaced approximately 98,000 miles due to leakage and noise. Replaced with oem part. Same noise recurred at approximately 115,000 miles. Still making the noise. Both sway bar end links were replaced, with oem parts, due to squeaking noise. Driver's side rear suspension now makes loud clicking noise when going over bumps. Rack and pinion needs to be replaced, bad bushings causing loud thunking noises. Inner tie rod end has failed, and presented a significant safety issue.

Filed Jun 30, 2010 · Suspension · 46,000 miles · IN

After only 46k miles on my 2006 honda ridgeline the sway bar ends needed to be replaced to fix a rattle noise from the suspension. If they were not replaced they would have failed and done considerable more damage to the truck's suspension. This was a 240.00 dollar repair that should have been covered under warranty.

Filed Apr 22, 2010 · Suspension · 55,800 miles · TX

Rear swaybar link broke under normal driving conditions - heard loud pop when going over speedbump. This suspension component is under stress in turns, and if it were to break at that time, would suddenly change vehicle handling, possible causing a crash. Dealer has ordered parts. Part broke at a weld where the link connects to the vehicle body.

Filed Sep 29, 2009 · Steering, Suspension · 32,458 miles · CA

I have had my honda ridgeline for 3 years and just found out the shocks and struts have to be replaced. I have never hauled anything with the vehicle or towed anything. It is a 2006 ridgeline and I noticed on the forums many other people were having the same problems and the dealer was quietly replacing the ones under warranty but charging for the others. Even the dealer admits there is a problem but refuses to issue a recall.. I have had trucks my entire adult life and have never had to replace shocks or struts on any vehicle. This vehicle is mostly driven in the city and occasionally highway driving. No offroading or on any surface other than asphalt. The struts and shocks wearing out so quickly cause swaying of the vehicle and some difficulty stopping which could lead to an accident not to mention that the dealer said my brakes were glazed and I asked if this could be due to the fact that all the weight of the vehicle is thrown forward on an underengineered front suspension system..he said it was possible.