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Buying a used 2020 Honda Ridgeline? Check these 9 recalls first
For 2020 the critical item is the brake failure risk recall shared with Civic, Pilot and Acura MDX, alongside a hood that can fly open, fuel pump stalling, two seat sensor airbag recalls and rear frame rust. Medium recalls cover the tonneau cover panel, side mirror glass and backup camera wiring that can break. Complaint volume is modest — 168 unverified reports with 1 crash and no fires — led by electrical system at 48.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify the brake recall was performed and test pedal firmness before driving off.
- Check the backup camera image and wiggle the tailgate wiring area for dropouts.
- Inspect the tonneau cover attachment, mirror glass, and rear frame for rust.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Honda dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2020 Honda Ridgeline
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic, Pilot and Acura MDX Brake Failure Risk | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | critical |
| Honda Pilot, Passport, Ridgeline hood can fly open | Structure | high |
| Honda and Acura fuel pump can fail, stalling engine | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Honda and Acura passenger seat sensor may crack | AIR Bags | high |
| Honda and Acura front passenger airbags may deploy unintentionally | AIR Bags | high |
| Honda, Acura SUVs: rear frame can rust through | Structure | high |
| Honda Ridgeline tonneau cover panel can fly off | Equipment | medium |
| Honda SUVs and vans: side mirror glass can fall off | Visibility | medium |
| Honda Ridgeline backup camera wiring can break | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
168 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 1 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 48 | None found |
| Engine | 37 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 23 | None found |
| Rear Camera | 14 | Yes |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 10 | Yes |