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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

8 common questions answered

What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2013 Honda Ridgeline?
The NHTSA has issued 20 recall reports affecting the 2013 Honda Ridgeline covering airbags, fuel pumps, seats, electrical systems, and related components. Most significant: multiple air bag inflator recalls (risk of inflator rupture), several fuel pump recalls (possible cracking or pump failure), and targeted issues with seats, wiring harnesses, and structure clips. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at a certified Honda dealer like Nalley Honda and are documented through NHTSA and Honda.
How do I check if my 2013 Honda Ridgeline has an open recall?
You can check your VIN on NHTSA.gov or bring your vehicle to Nalley Honda for a free VIN recall check. To verify online, enter your 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov or call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 for official guidance. If you prefer in-person help, our service team will run your VIN and explain any open recalls and the recommended corrective action — schedule service now.
How much does a 2013 Honda Ridgeline recall repair cost?
Manufacturer recall repairs for the 2013 Honda Ridgeline are performed free of charge to the owner. That means Nalley Honda will repair or replace affected components — such as air bag inflators, fuel pumps, or SRS units — at no cost under the recall program. If you need a loaner, rental assistance, or want to review current service specials, ask our service advisors; we also offer service financing to help you get necessary non-recall work completed now and pay later.
Can I get my 2013 Honda Ridgeline recall fixed at an independent shop or do I need a dealer?
To get free factory recall repairs you must have the work done by an authorized Honda dealer; independent shops cannot provide free manufacturer recall remedies. Qualified independent shops may perform repairs at their own cost, but only a Honda franchise dealer like Nalley Honda can perform manufacturer-authorized recall repairs using OEM parts and register the remedy with Honda and NHTSA. Protect your safety and vehicle record by bringing your 2013 Honda Ridgeline to Nalley Honda — schedule service for a free recall inspection today.
How long does a 2013 Honda Ridgeline recall repair take?
Repair times vary by recall: many air bag inflator replacements take 1–3 hours, while fuel pump or timing belt inspections/replacements can take 2–6 hours depending on parts availability. Some recalls require ordering a remedy part which may extend the visit; Nalley Honda will provide an accurate time estimate when you schedule appointment. We prioritize recalls and may offer loaner options or flexible scheduling; ask about our current service specials and service financing to make the process easier.
Does an open recall affect my 2013 Honda Ridgeline's trade-in or resale value?
Yes, unresolved recalls can negatively affect trade-in offers and resale value because buyers and dealers check NHTSA records and vehicle history reports. Getting recall repairs completed and documented at Nalley Honda protects value and buyer confidence; we can provide documentation and run a complimentary appraisal at our trade-in page Sell Your Car Online. Resolving recalls is a quick way to improve marketability when selling or trading; schedule a free recall check at Nalley Honda to preserve your vehicle's value.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2013 Honda Ridgeline recall?
Open recalls are sometimes flagged by inspection stations or during safety-related checks and can complicate inspections or insurance claims, depending on local rules. Some recalls affect emissions or safety systems that are directly inspected; resolving recalls at Nalley Honda reduces the risk of inspection or registration issues. Contact our service department or schedule service for a free recall check; we also offer service financing if any non-recall repairs are recommended.
2013 Honda Ridgeline Recall Summary
These recall details are based on NHTSA records. To confirm whether your 2013 Honda Ridgeline is affected and to arrange free repairs at Nalley Honda in Union City, schedule service today. Our factory-certified technicians use OEM parts and will complete all manufacturer recall remedies at no cost.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Safety Risks You Can't Ignore

The importance of addressing recalls promptly cannot be overstated for owners of the 2013 Honda Ridgeline. Several NHTSA notices for this model involve air bag inflators that can rupture, which can send sharp metal fragments into the cabin and risk serious injury or death, and fuel pump issues that can crack and leak fuel or stall the engine. Ignoring these defects risks personal injury, increased crash risk, and potential insurance complications. Nalley Honda's factory-trained technicians diagnose these issues using OEM diagnostic tools and follow Honda's exact repair procedures to ensure each remedy fully restores safety. We document the repair with the manufacturer and notify NHTSA as required. Addressing recalls promptly also prevents secondary damage — for example, fuel leaks can damage surrounding components and create fire hazard. Our team in Union City prioritizes safety first; we will explain the defect, the corrective action, and the expected timeframe so you can make an informed decision without delay. Schedule service online and let us make your 2013 Honda Ridgeline safe again.

Your Certified Recall Experts

Nobody is better equipped to perform Honda recall repairs in the Union City area than Nalley Honda. As a factory-authorized Honda franchise dealer, we employ Honda-certified technicians who receive ongoing manufacturer training and use OEM parts and Honda-specific diagnostic equipment. This means recall remedies are performed to factory standards and recorded in the vehicle's service history — a critical factor for safety, warranty records, and resale value. We serve Union City, Morrow, College Park, Jonesboro, Fayetteville, and the greater Atlanta area with transparent scheduling, courtesy notifications, and efficient turnarounds. Nalley Honda handles all recall paperwork and works directly with Honda to ensure free, correct repairs. For convenience, our service advisors can discuss loaner options, rental assistance, and current service specials. If you find a recall notice or want a VIN check, schedule service with Nalley Honda and trust that your 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be repaired by factory-trained technicians using OEM parts.

Check Your VIN Today

Checking for open recalls is fast and free: you can enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov, or let Nalley Honda run the check for you at no cost. When you bring a 2013 Honda Ridgeline to our service center, our technicians will confirm open recalls, explain the safety implications, and schedule any necessary remedy. Many fixes—such as inflator replacements or SRS module swaps—are completed in a single visit, while other items may require parts ordering; we will provide an accurate estimate when you schedule appointment. Our service department uses OEM parts and follows Honda repair procedures, ensuring recalls are fully resolved and recorded. We also offer service financing to make any non-recall recommended maintenance affordable. Whether you need a quick VIN check, recall repair, or additional maintenance, Nalley Honda helps you keep your 2013 Honda Ridgeline safe and road-ready with clear communication and professional care.

Protect Your Resale Value

An unresolved recall can reduce trade-in offers and create hesitation among private buyers, since many dealers and buyers check NHTSA and service records before purchase. Getting recall work completed at Nalley Honda documents the repair with the manufacturer and preserves the market value of your 2013 Honda Ridgeline. Our team can provide official recall repair receipts and add the remedy to your vehicle's service history — a tangible asset when selling or trading. If you are considering a trade or appraisal, use our online appraisal tool at Sell Your Car Online or bring the vehicle to our lot; resolving recalls first typically delivers better offers. Nalley Honda services drivers across Union City and nearby communities, and our factory-trained technicians ensure repairs meet Honda standards and protect your investment. Schedule service to address recalls and safeguard resale value.
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Recall Summary

20 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Air Bag

FREE7 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2012 RL, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposur

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are E5D and X5C.

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Air Bag7
FREE7 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2012 RL, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposur

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are E5D and X5C.

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Accelerator Pedal1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Accelerator Pedal Assemblies part numbers 699-114 and 825-5029-1, sold as replacement parts for 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2004-2008 Acura TL and TSX, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2007-2011 Honda Element, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot and 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles. The rotating portion of the accelerator pedal assembly may bind. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbe

Consequence

If the accelerator pedal binds, the engine may not quickly return to idle after the pedal is no longer pressed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dorman will notify owners, and qualified service facilities will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by December 2019. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, using option 5. Dorman's number for this recall is AS1019XXXX.

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Seat1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles and 2018 Acura MDX vehicles. The front driver and passenger powered seats in the Honda vehicles and the driver powered seats in the Acura vehicles may have been assembled with improperly manufactured rivets. In the event of a crash, the rivets can break causing the seats not to be secured to the floor. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVS

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat frame assembly in Acura MDX vehicles, and replace the driver and front passenger seat slide rail frames in Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is D0S, and T0T.

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Fuel Pump4
FREE4 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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.

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Tonneau Cover2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling all Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Covers, part number 08Z07-T6Z-100F, sold for installation on 2017-2020 Ridgeline trucks. If the tonneau cover is not properly secured in the open or closed position, wind resistance may cause the cover to flip and buckle. If this occurs, the hinges between the center and rear panel may deform, possibly allowing the rear panel to separate from the vehicle.

Consequence

A separated panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 Honda Ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Cover to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels, free of charge. In addition, an updated accessory user's information manual will be provided. The recall is expected to begin October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is F8M.

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Equipment2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling all Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Covers, part number 08Z07-T6Z-100F, sold for installation on 2017-2020 Ridgeline trucks. If the tonneau cover is not properly secured in the open or closed position, wind resistance may cause the cover to flip and buckle. If this occurs, the hinges between the center and rear panel may deform, possibly allowing the rear panel to separate from the vehicle.

Consequence

A separated panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 Honda Ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Cover to prevent panel separation and apply warning labels, free of charge. In addition, an updated accessory user's information manual will be provided. The recall is expected to begin October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is F8M.

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Engine1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.

Consequence

Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall is expected to begin June 1, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.

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Structure Roof and Pillars1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Honda Ridgeline and Pilot vehicles. The mounting holes for the clip that secures the right center pillar trim panel may be larger than intended. In the event of a crash necessitating right side curtain air bag deployment, the clip may not hold the center pillar trim panel in position and it may potentially interfere with the curtain air bag deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the curtain air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the right center pillar that will securely hold the center pillar trim clip, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is D3D.

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Electrical System1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ridgeline AWD vehicles manufactured April 1, 2016, to August 11, 2016. Water may enter the rear wiring harness through the connector located under the truck bed drain hole, possibly causing the connection terminals to corrode.

Consequence

Corrosion of the wiring harness can cause increased electrical resistance, unexpectedly activating the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness and related components, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KD3.

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