2025 Honda Ridgeline problems

Filed Nov 2, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · CT

On XXX, while driving my HondaTrue Certified 2025 Honda Ridgeline RTL AWD, I stopped at a traffic light and the Auto Idle Stop system automatically shut off the engine. When the traffic light turned green and I released the brake pedal, the vehicle attempted to restart but failed. The starter sounded weak, as though the battery did not have sufficient power to crank the engine properly. The transmission automatically shifted into Neutral, and a battery warning light illuminated on the dashboard. I was unable to accelerate or move the vehicle under its own power. I had to shift the transmission into Park, press the ignition button to shut off the vehicle, and then manually restart the engine. The engine restarted normally, and the battery warning disappeared. I contacted an authorized Honda dealership, Lia Honda of [XXX], on XXX. After checking my vehicle's VIN, the service advisor informed me that a Honda service bulletin issued XXX, applies to my vehicle. According to the advisor, Honda currently recommends disabling Auto Idle Stop until a permanent repair is available. This malfunction occurred in active traffic and created a safety concern because the vehicle unexpectedly became immobilized at an intersection. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Nov 2, 2026 · NY

idle/stop issue well know to the govenment and honda a massive danger to humans our first issue was in an automated car wash it was in neutral when put back into drive would not move stayed shut off we were hairs aways from being hit . yesterday it would not start then started later ....this feature should come with a permanent fix of shutting off it is a full danger to others and self.....Honda should issue this device and install it free.

Filed Oct 30, 2026 · Electrical · MD

When driving the vehicle and you come to a stop, the auto start-stop system will shut the engine off but fail to restart the engine when the foot is removed from brake. Warning lights come on, and you have to put the car in park and repeatedly press the brake and start button. Because I am blocking traffic and trying to restart the vehicle, I cannot get photos of the warning lights. After 30-60 seconds, the vehicle will restart and drive normally. But during that time, you are blocking traffic and cannot move the vehicle. This has happened approximately 10x to me in the 22 months that I have owned the vehicle- 3 times in the past week alone. The problem first started when the vehicle was approximately one year old with approximately 20k miles. Dealer says there is a recall or warranty extension on vehicles with the same engine (Honda Pilot) but not on the Ridgleline. The Honda dealer has confirmed the problem and recommended a new starter and batteryff at a cost of over $1,500. But the car starts normally most of the time, so there must be something that causes it to fail to start at only certain times.

Filed Oct 30, 2026 · Driver assistance, Lights · WI

I purchased this Honda Ridgeline xxx. My first time driving at night I noticed the auto-dimming headlights were dimming for roadsigns and not dimming far enough in advance for oncoming vehicles. On XXX while driving at night I took my first video of the auto-dimming headlight operation - the Ridgeline had 635 total mileage at this time. Several videos have been taken since. The vehicle will also issue "Brake" warnings while going around right hand curves with oncoming traffic in the other lane. Frustrating to say the least. Today is XXX and I am at the [XXX] Honda dealership trying to get this fixed, again. Now the want to change a radar module, but I brought the vehicle here today to get the auto-dimming headlights fixed. This fix, I believe is more like a Hail-mary attempt by Honda to fix their auto-dimming headlight system - the Service tech told me: there is no software fix for the auto dimming headlight issue and this radar module could potentially fix the auto-dimming issue About two weeks prior to this I had my Ridgeline to this same dealership when they tried fixing the auto-dimming headlight system. That attempt did not work. Hence I'm here for the same issue. After that latest attempt to fix, I took my Ridgeline own a night test drive and it performed the same, in fact the auto-headlights did not dim for an oncoming car while going around a right hand curve. A frustrating issue becomes a Safety issue with the lights not dimming many many times when oncoming vehicles are sometimes less than two blocks away, of course the drivers of those vehicles flash lights back at me. The "Brake" warning does the same becoming a safety issue. One day a friend of mine drove my Honda Ridgeline on a curvy road and got several "Brake" warnings, which became very concerning for him - My friend thought he should slam on the brakes. Current mileage: 35,288. I need this fixed. Tech just informed me, not a radar issue. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Oct 27, 2026 · Engine · FL

Since the beginning of ownership of my 2025 Honda Ridgeline Sport, the Auto Idle Stop system has malfunctioned. The dashboard remains illuminated and displays an error message related to the system. I am concerned about the reliability of the system and the possibility that the engine may not restart as expected. This issue has existed since I first got the vehicle. I am reporting it so that the federal safety agency can review the problem and determine whether it presents a safety concern.

Filed Oct 21, 2026 · Electrical · FL

I've been having trouble with the auto start stop on my vehicle pretty much since i bought it. If I don't forget to disable it, when i come to a stop light my truck won't restart and shut off. Leaving me scrambling to restart it while i have cars flying by me. I've taken it to the dealership multiple time. They've changed the throttle body when it was under warranty, that didnt fix it. they've changed the battery, that didn't fix it. Also when it happens a bunch of warning lights come on for power steering, lane assist, hill decent braking etc.. Then when i turn the vehicle off they all disappear. I've done research on this and its a known problem with other honda years and models. Why this hasn't been recalled and fixed I have no idea, but I am genuinely afraid for my and my childrens safety.

Filed Oct 20, 2026 · Engine · TN

When sitting at a traffic light, the auto start/stop feature engaged and shut down the engine, when my foot was removed from the brake, the truck did not restart. I had to put the truck in park and manually press the start button. This caused a safety issue by making the vehicle inoperable in the middle of an intersection. The vehicle has not been inspected yet, but will in three days when i take it to the dealer.

Filed Oct 16, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · IL

This vehicle has auto stop for fuel economy. It can only be turned off each and every time you start the car. I often turn it off but do forget to do so sometimes until it occurs on my trip. The problem is that approximately 7 to 10 times, when the feature is left on and the truck shuts itself off at a stop light, when attempting to go, the truck does not restart, a warning light comes on and instructs you to put it in park. You must put it in park, then shut off the truck, then restart in order to proceed. This is extremely dangerous and very unnerving when it occurs. I travel daily on a 55 mpg road with multiple lights. The problem could easily result in being rear ended as you try to go through the procedure to get going again once the light turns green. At the very least, I get angry beeps trying to get me to move which only heightens the anxiety. I contacted the Honda dealership. They acknowledged it was a problem but that no recall has been mandated thus far and there is nothing they could do. They only suggested to call corporate Honda.

Filed Oct 16, 2026 · Driver assistance, Lights · MA

I own a 2025 Honda Ridgeline that has experienced recurring problems with both the braking system warnings and the automatic high-beam headlight system. The vehicle displays brake-related warnings and has provided what appear to be false brake system indications. At times, the steering wheel also exhibits a shimmy or vibration when there is no apparent road condition or braking event that should cause it. These issues occur intermittently and are difficult to predict, creating concern that the vehicle's safety systems may not be operating properly. I experience this every time I drive the vehicle. I drive 2.5 hours per day back and forth work related and on average BRAKE BRAKE will come on 2 times. Always on non-highway roads. Does not occur on Hi-way The auto high-beam feature does not function reliably. The system fails to activate the high beams on dark roads, even in conditions where the feature should engage. At other times, the high beams will flicker on and off repeatedly or disengage unexpectedly. The operation is erratic and inconsistent, reducing visibility during nighttime driving and creating a safety concern. The vehicle was brought to a Honda dealership under warranty. The dealer acknowledged the concerns, but no repair could be performed, and the issues could not be corrected. Because of the unreliable operation, I had the automatic high beam feature disabled. These problems affect vehicle safety and driver confidence. Honda should investigate and correct these defects, as owners are paying for safety features that do not operate as intended. I am submitting this complaint because the brake warnings, steering vibration, and erratic automatic high-beam operation presents a safety risk to drivers and the public. Vehicle has 11,455 milage

Filed Oct 14, 2026 · Engine · NJ

I bought the vehicle with around 13k miles in May of 2026. Since I have had the vehicle, I have had 4 incidents with the vehicle auto idle-stop (auto engine start/stop). I have experienced the vehicle completely die when trying to start back up during idle stop. Of the four times - one was on a major 3 lane highway in stop and go traffic. Another time, I was stuck in the middle of an intersection waiting to make a turn. It usually does not restart and battery lights come on the dashboard. After several attempts, or sometimes 30 seconds to 1 minute it does restart. I usually shut off the idle start/stop but sometimes I forget. After researching this issue, it seems to be a common problem. It is a severe issue and needs to be addressed. I use the truck as a second vehicle, but I am scared to let my son or wife use the vehicle. Honda needs to address the issue immediately before someone gets hurt or killed.