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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 21 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 21 combined MPG · All-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2021 Honda Ridgeline

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2022 Honda Ridgeline

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: Ridgeline needs more recall homework, Ridgeline has more complaint activity and Ridgeline has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2022 Honda Ridgeline 2021 Honda Ridgeline Difference
Total recalls 2 6 Ridgeline has 4 more recalls
Total complaints 109 94 Ridgeline has 15 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 2 / 3 / 1 / 0 3 / 0 / 2 / 0 Ridgeline has 1 more severity reports
Defect investigations 5 5 Similar
Open investigations 4 4 Similar
Manufacturer communications 71 83 Ridgeline has 12 more communications
Recall completion reports 14 39 Ridgeline has 25 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall May 9, 2024 May 21, 2026 Ridgeline has newer activity
Latest complaint Apr 2, 2026 May 29, 2026 Ridgeline has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Engine
  • Electrical System
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Engine
  • Unknown Or Other
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 21 combined MPG 21 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,850 $2,850 Similar
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2022 Honda Ridgeline

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had exterior lighting and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2021 Honda Ridgeline

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had exterior lighting and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2022 Honda Ridgeline

  • Exterior Lighting: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories

2021 Honda Ridgeline

  • Exterior Lighting: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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