Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA
Common problems with the 2025 Honda Ridgeline include High beam problems, electrical system issues, and forward collision avoidance issues.
Other than consumer reported problems, Honda has also issued a recall for the 2025 Ridgeline’s rearview camera, which sometimes does not display an image and reduces the driver’s visibility in the process.
The 2025 Honda Ridgeline is a midsize pickup that combines the comfort elements of an SUV with the utility elements of a truck.
According to Honda, the Ridgeline can tow items up to 5,000 pounds and comes equipped with the newest and best safety features for a worry free driving experience.
However, consumers have begun making reports about the problems they have discovered in their vehicles.
In this article, we summarize those reports so you can be a more informed owner or potential buyer of the 2025 Honda Ridgeline.
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Top Two 2025 Honda Ridgeline Problems
- Electrical System Problems: Automatic high beam issues, engine stop/start engaging at unintended times, quiet signal noise, rearview camera recall
- Forward Collision Avoidance System Issues: Steering wheel vibrates when system engages, lane keep assist not working properly
2025 Honda Ridgeline Electrical System Problems
Modern vehicles have a large number of electrical systems that control everything from headlights to the engine to the dashboard and infotainment system.
Unfortunately, this also makes electrical system problems some of the more common problems to have because there are a lot of systems that can malfunction.
In the case of the 2025 Honda Ridgeline, consumers mainly mentioned their automatic high beams not working properly, the engine start/stop feature engaging at unwanted times, and various signals and warnings around the vehicle being too quiet.
When electrical system problems appear, they should be taken seriously and treated with repairs before they cause significant issues.
2025 Honda Ridgeline Rearview Camera Recall
In May 2024, Honda announced a recall for 187,290 Honda Ridgeline vehicles from 2020-2025. The rearview camera was faulty because it did not display an image, meaning the driver could not use it for its intended purpose and had their visibility reduced.
Owners should have been notified of this recall in November 2024, and the remedy was a replacement rearview camera tailgate wire harness at no cost to the consumer.
The National Highway Safety Traffic Administration Recall Campaign Number is 24V321000.
2025 Honda Ridgeline Forward Collision Avoidance System Issues
A vehicle’s forward collision avoidance system helps the driver operate the vehicle by detecting obstacles in front of the car and potentially slowing down or applying the brakes if that object gets to close.
Forward collision avoidance systems might also include things like cruise control. Drivers rely on these systems for added safety benefits, and when they malfunction, they put the driver and passengers at risk.
For the 2025 Honda Ridgeline, consumers mentioned their steering wheel vibrating when cruise control engages and their lane keep assist not working properly.
If you realize that your forward collision avoidance system is not working properly, taking the vehicle in to be repaired is the safest and smartest option to avoid any potentially dangerous situations down the road.
What Frontier Drivers Say
“Auto high beam turns off and on on dark country road repeatedly with no other cars or light present . This means I lose highbeams when needed the most for animals in road. Also, the system goes from low beam into high beam when a car approaches in opposite lane blinding them. In short , is dangerous to use this safety feature!”
“Collision mitigation brake system vibrates steering wheel, flashes brake, sounds alarm every time a car approaches in opposite lane on curves and often for no traffic at all. It gives so many false alarms I’ve had to turn it off for safety.
“Engine “Stop/Start” turned off when trying to make a turn. When it did the steering would not move. Also when “Stop/Start” turns off it was dangerous when turning. I email Honda and they called me back. They could have it disabled but it would cost $80 and I would have to buy the part and they would install it. This is a new truck bought last month.”
Key Legal Steps for Defective Vehicle Owners
Lemon laws are consumer protection statutes that help buyers and lessees of new or sometimes certified pre-owned vehicles when those vehicles have serious, recurring defects.
While each state’s law has its own specific requirements, the process generally follows a similar path.
To qualify, the defect typically must be substantial, meaning it affects the vehicle’s safety, value, or ability to function, and it must be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
Examples include ongoing brake issues, electrical malfunctions, transmission failures, or steering problems.
The manufacturer or an authorized dealer must be given a reasonable number of opportunities to fix the problem.
Most states define this as three to four repair attempts for the same defect, or the vehicle being out of service for a certain total number of days, often 30 or more, during the warranty period.
If the defect persists, the consumer can notify the manufacturer in writing, detailing the issue, the repair history, and their intent to pursue a lemon law claim.
If the claim is successful, the manufacturer may make an offer to repurchase the defective vehicle—refunding the purchase price minus a deduction for mileage—or replace it with a comparable new vehicle.
In many cases, they may also be responsible for covering incidental costs like towing or rental expenses.
Because automakers often have legal teams dedicated to defending against lemon law claims, having an experienced lemon law attorney can significantly improve the chances of a favorable outcome.
An attorney can guide the process, ensure deadlines are met, and help secure the maximum compensation or remedy available under the law.
Act Now and Get the Help You Deserve!
If you are the owner of a faulty 2025 Ridgeline or any other vehicle still under the manufacturer’s warranty, you may be eligible for compensation under your state’s lemon law!
Contacting an attorney and getting their representation for your claim is one of the best ways to ensure your claim is ultimately successful.
The Lemon Law Experts are a team of attorneys who have helped thousands of consumers just like you get compensation for purchasing defective vehicles.
Contact us today, either by calling (877) 885-5366 or by filling out a contact form on our website. We hope to help you get back on the road soon!
