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2021 Honda Ridgeline Exterior lighting Problems

Complaints
14about this part
Share
14%of 103 total for the year
Median mileage
1,100miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2021 Honda Ridgeline, 14% of the 103 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,100 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Automatic high-beam system on 2021 models functions erratically, sometimes coming on when cars are approaching. Also turns on and off constantly from reflections on road signs and even mile markers”

NHTSA complaint #11414897, filed 2021-05, 1,100 miles

“Auto High Beam. Very sensitive. Sometimes they don't go on when they should and sometimes, they stay on blinding oncoming traffic. I have researched this problem and also have been told this is a known problem with this particular model and year - not just my vehicle.”

NHTSA complaint #11686938, filed 2025-09

“My model has an auto high-beam system that does not work (stays on with oncoming traffic, turns off when it sees a road sign). Also had a 2019 of the same vehicle and the auto high-beams worked on that model; my 2021 has the cameras in a new location which render the system worthless and dangerous.”

NHTSA complaint #11523208, filed 2023-05

“The auto dimming feature on my ridgeline does not operate properly. Does not dim when on coming traffic approaches sometimes, and others do not stay on when it should. This has happened since I took possession of the vehicle and still happens today.”

NHTSA complaint #11503033, filed 2023-01

“Vehicle is equipped with automatic high-beam headlights. The feature has not worked properly since I bought the truck new in April 2021. Hi-beam lights will activate for a few seconds and then turn off for about 10 seconds and continually repeat the sequence regardless of road specifics. A few times, the headlights have flashed oncoming vehicles less than 100 feet away. I have taken the vehicle in for repair three times to two different dealers and contacted Honda Customer Assistance for advice. …”

NHTSA complaint #11469709, filed 2022-06

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Exterior lighting: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026650%
20252726%
20241318%
20233930%
20223025%
20211414%
2020127%
201910%
201793%
201113%
201012%
200732%
200652%

Other parts of the 2021 Honda Ridgeline

Engine
30 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsForward collision avoidance
15 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
4 complaintsLane departure
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2021 Honda Ridgeline

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology