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2017 Honda Ridgeline Fuel System Problems

Fuel System complaints make up 45 of 341 total complaints (13%) for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline, with a median failure mileage of 28,349 and one fire reported. Two related recalls cover fuel pump and fuel pump feed port issues.

Fuel System complaints
45
13% of 341
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
28,350 mi
Related recalls
2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Owners report fuel injectors failing, often triggering an 'emissions system problem' light and rough running or hesitation on acceleration.
  • Some describe the truck losing power or stalling entirely at highway speed, with all dash warning lights illuminating and the vehicle refusing to accept accelerator input.
  • Several report RPM fluctuation or bouncing at certain speeds (around 35 mph and 47 mph) before injector failure was diagnosed.
  • One owner reported the fuel tank itself needed replacement, citing a manufacturing change in tank plastic.
  • A capless fuel fill was reported to freeze shut after a snowstorm, preventing refueling.
  • One case reported a vehicle fire while parked, which the owner linked to a recall involving the engine and fuel pump.

When 2017 Honda Ridgeline fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 3, 2018, latest Mar 4, 2026.

2017 Honda Ridgeline fuel system complaints: complaints filed per month6Jan 2018May 2019Jan 2020Aug 2020Oct 2023Jun 2024Jun 2025Feb 2026
45 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2018 to Mar 2026; peak Jan 2018 (6).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline

  1. NHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023Fuel System2,490,460 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

  2. NHTSA 19V053000Jan 24, 2019Fuel System106,683 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ridgeline trucks. Exposure to acids, such as from car wash soaps, can result in the fuel pump feed port cracking.

    Risk: A crack in the fuel pump feed port can allow pressurized fuel to leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, if necessary, and install a fuel pump cover, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall number for this recall is Q3V.

Fuel System complaints by Ridgeline model year

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

  1. 20101 (2%)
  2. 20110 (0%)
  3. 20121 (4%)
  4. 20132 (4%)
  5. 20140 (0%)
  6. 20150 (0%)
  7. 201745 (13%)
  8. 201830 (19%)
  9. 201973 (31%)
  10. 20208 (5%)
  11. 20216 (6%)
  12. 202210 (9%)
  13. 20236 (5%)
  14. 20243 (5%)
  15. 20251 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system problems in the 2017 Honda Ridgeline?
NHTSA lists 45 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Ridgeline, which is 13% of all 341 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline?
Yes. Recall 19V053000 covers 2017-2019 Ridgeline trucks where fuel pump feed ports could crack from acid exposure, and recall 23V858000 covers fuel pump module replacement across several Honda models including the Ridgeline.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?
NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 28,349.5 miles at failure for Fuel System complaints on the 2017 Ridgeline.
Did any fuel system complaints involve a fire?
Yes, one Fuel System-related complaint for the 2017 Ridgeline reported a fire, though no crashes or injuries were reported.
How does 2017 compare to other Ridgeline model years for fuel system complaints?
The 2017 Ridgeline had 45 Fuel System complaints (13% share), lower than 2019's 73 complaints (31% share) and 2018's 30 complaints (19% share).

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.