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2017 Honda Ridgeline Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 22 brake complaints for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline, about 6% of its 341 total complaints for the year. No related recall exists for this brake issue. Median mileage at failure was 11,378 miles, and NHTSA also logs 1 crash, 1 fire, and 1 injury tied to this area.

Brakes complaints
22
6% of 341
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
11,378 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Some owners report the brake pedal failing to bring the truck to a complete stop even with firm, sustained pressure, resulting in low-speed collisions.
  • Others describe sudden rear brake lockup on wet pavement with a brief, hard-to-identify dashboard warning light.
  • Several owners report clunking noises from the brakes when reversing, shifting, or driving over bumps, with dealers citing pad adjustment or a related bulletin.
  • A few owners report the brake pedal sinking toward the floor while stopped, even though braking felt normal while driving.
  • Some describe unexpected automatic braking or lockup triggered by the forward collision warning or adaptive cruise system when no real hazard was present.
  • One report describes smoke and fire from the wheel wells and engine bay while braking to slow down for a turn.

When 2017 Honda Ridgeline brake complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 6, 2016, latest Sep 12, 2026.

2017 Honda Ridgeline brakes complaints: complaints filed per month3Sep 2016May 2017Nov 2017Mar 2018Feb 2019Dec 2019Sep 2026
22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2016 to Sep 2026; peak Aug 2017 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Ridgeline model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 20104 (10%)
  2. 20110 (0%)
  3. 20121 (4%)
  4. 20132 (4%)
  5. 20144 (12%)
  6. 20150 (0%)
  7. 201722 (6%)
  8. 20185 (3%)
  9. 201915 (6%)
  10. 20205 (3%)
  11. 20213 (3%)
  12. 20226 (5%)
  13. 20235 (4%)
  14. 20244 (7%)
  15. 20258 (9%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline?
NHTSA lists 22 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Ridgeline, making up about 6% of the 341 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2017 Honda Ridgeline brakes?
No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this brake issue on the 2017 Ridgeline.
At what mileage do 2017 Ridgeline brake problems usually show up?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake issue is 11,378 miles.
Are the brake problems on the 2017 Ridgeline serious?
NHTSA data tied to this brake area includes 1 crash, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the reports, though most complaints describe warning lights, noises, or reduced stopping performance without a crash.
How does the 2017 Ridgeline compare to other years for brake complaints?
The 2017 Ridgeline's brake share of 6% is on the higher end among model years listed, with only 2010 (10%) and 2014 (12%) showing higher shares in NHTSA data.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.