How many fuel system complaints does the 2018 Honda Ridgeline have?

NHTSA lists 30 Fuel System complaints for the 2018 Ridgeline, which is 19% of its 161 total complaints for the year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline?

Yes. Recall 19V053000 covers fuel pump feed port cracking from acid exposure, and recall 23V858000 covers replacement of the fuel pump module.

At what mileage do fuel system problems occur on the 2018 Ridgeline?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Fuel System complaints is 1,500 miles.

What fuel system symptoms do 2018 Ridgeline owners report most?

Owners most often report the capless fuel filler icing over or trapping water, blocking refueling, along with delays getting the fuel pump module recall repair completed.

Have fuel system problems caused crashes or fires in the 2018 Ridgeline?

NHTSA data for this component and year shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.

2018 Honda Ridgeline Fuel System Problems

The 2018 Honda Ridgeline has 30 Fuel System complaints, 19% of its 161 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 1,500. Two related recalls exist: 19V053000 for fuel pump feed port cracking and 23V858000 for fuel pump module replacement.

Fuel System complaints: 30; 19% of 161
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 1,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report the capless fuel filler neck freezing or icing over, blocking the nozzle from entering, especially in cold or wet weather.
Some describe water pooling between the two flaps of the capless fuel system and streaming out when pushed, particularly after rain or car washes.
One owner reported the fuel filler flap breaking after repeated attempts to force the nozzle in when the flap would not open.
A number of owners describe receiving notice of recall 23V858000 for the fuel pump module but being told replacement parts were not available at the dealer for months.
One owner reported the vehicle losing power and stalling at highway speed, with the power steering seizing and the vehicle stalling again shortly after restarting.

When 2018 Honda Ridgeline fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 29, 2017, latest Feb 14, 2025.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2017 to Feb 2025; peak Feb 2018 (4).

Fuel System recalls for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline

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.
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.

20101 (2%)
20110 (0%)
20121 (4%)
20132 (4%)
20140 (0%)
20150 (0%)
201745 (13%)
201830 (19%)
201973 (31%)
20208 (5%)
20216 (6%)
202210 (9%)
20236 (5%)
20243 (5%)
20251 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2018 Honda Ridgeline have?: NHTSA lists 30 Fuel System complaints for the 2018 Ridgeline, which is 19% of its 161 total complaints for the year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline?: Yes. Recall 19V053000 covers fuel pump feed port cracking from acid exposure, and recall 23V858000 covers replacement of the fuel pump module.
At what mileage do fuel system problems occur on the 2018 Ridgeline?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Fuel System complaints is 1,500 miles.
What fuel system symptoms do 2018 Ridgeline owners report most?: Owners most often report the capless fuel filler icing over or trapping water, blocking refueling, along with delays getting the fuel pump module recall repair completed.
Have fuel system problems caused crashes or fires in the 2018 Ridgeline?: NHTSA data for this component and year shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.