2022 Honda Ridgeline Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 21about this part
- Share
- 18%of 119 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 200miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the electrical system of the 2022 Honda Ridgeline, 18% of the 119 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 200 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Was stopped at a traffic light and idle-stop had engaged. Released brake and vehicle failed to restart. Multiple attempts to restart before it actually started. Many dash indicators were lit, but I was too frantic to notice which. Was in heavy traffic and it was very unsettling. Only time this has happened, but I feel like it will repeat. Have not been to dealer, but I will.”
NHTSA complaint #11558669, filed 2023-12“The wireless charging pad does not work, no matter what position the phone is. I have tried with the case off, so that's not the issue. And I've also tried multiple phones. It pretends to power on and start charging but then it stops in less than a minute, even WITHOUT driving the car....so the phone has no chance to move.”
NHTSA complaint #11448094, filed 2022-01“The wireless charging pad does not work properly. I’ve tested with 3 different Apple iPhones and they will start to charge for a few seconds, then it will stop changing. Sometimes it will resume charging for a few seconds and then stop again. I’ve seen videos online of others who are experiencing the same issue with both 2021 and 2022 Honda vehicles (issue not exclusive to the Ridgeline).”
NHTSA complaint #11463748, filed 2022-05“The heated steering wheel over heated causing the leather on the steering wheel to bubble up on the right hand side. The steering wheel got so hot when I was driving I could not hold it. I had to pull over and let the steering wheel cool off. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to it over heating. This happen Nov. 2022. The dealer said I need a new steering wheel. It is May 2023 and I am still waiting on a new steering wheel.”
NHTSA complaint #11521617, filed 2023-05“Frank Fletceher would not safety recall or warranty inspect my honda bc I didn't buy from them. I need a PGM-FI idle stop sw update & tailgate wire harness inspection.”
NHTSA complaint #11615142, filed 2024-09Related service bulletins
- 11025607Nov 7, 2025Service Bulletin - The wireless charger starts charging the phone and then stops charging, even when the phone remains in the correct position on the charger due to software…
- 11009193Oct 8, 2024Service Bulletin - The wireless charger starts charging the phone and then stops charging, even when the phone remains in the correct position on the charger.
- 11008043Sep 21, 2024Service Bulletin - The wireless charger starts charging the phone and then stops charging, even when the phone remains in the correct position on the charger.
- 10234629Apr 12, 2023Service Bulletin - The engine will not crank on initial startup after precipitation and sub-freezing temperatures. Water can enter the starter motor, and when temperatures drop…
- 10232248Feb 23, 2023Service Bulletin - American Honda is providing this software for affected vehicles to update the PGM-FI software. This change corrects software settings that inhibit idle stop…
- 10231827Feb 7, 2023Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inop. Customer may also…
- 10231048Jan 25, 2023Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and the idle stop feature engages, the vehicle may not automatically restart. Typically, the customer can…
- 10230591Jan 18, 2023Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2020-2023 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inop. Customer may also…
- 10229678Jan 6, 2023Dealer Message - During development, the idle stop enable criteria was mis-set allowing idle stop to improperly engage while battery health is low. Under certain circumstances…
- 10229677Jan 6, 2023Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop, the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 29 | 28% |
| 2024 | 28 | 38% |
| 2023 | 18 | 14% |
| 2022 | 21 | 18% |
| 2021 | 15 | 15% |
| 2020 | 49 | 29% |
| 2019 | 35 | 15% |
| 2018 | 49 | 30% |
| 2017 | 93 | 27% |
| 2014 | 4 | 12% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 4% |
| 2011 | 1 | 3% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 6% |
| 2008 | 30 | 21% |
| 2007 | 17 | 11% |
| 2006 | 43 | 18% |
Other parts of the 2022 Honda Ridgeline
30 complaintsEngine
25 complaintsForward collision avoidance
17 complaintsOther or unknown
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsLane departure
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2022 Honda Ridgeline
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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