Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (doors, hood, frame, rust, paint and trim).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Honda Ridgeline owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for an inspection, the dealer determined that the suspension and sub-frame were severely corroded. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the dealer declined to perform the recall repair due to the suspension and sub-frame corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had recently purchased the vehicle from a private seller, who informed her that the engine and transmission had previously been replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 357,000. The contact took the vehicle to Bill Walsh Honda in Ottawa, IL for inspection and for the punch test required for recall 22V430 on Dec. …
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer where an inspection was performed. The dealer informed the contact that the rear subframe was severely corroded and could not be replaced. The dealer sent a diagnostic report to the manufacturer along with photos. The dealer informed the contact that they were awaiting a response from the manufacturer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to complete the recall repair. The contact followed up with the manufacturer and inquired whether the vehicle could be repurchased or replaced per the recall remedy. A case was opened. The contact was awaiting a call back from the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that he noticed corrosion on the rear subframe of the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for the recall repair; however, the contact was informed that due to the extent of the corrosion, the vehicle would not be repaired. The dealer offered to repurchase the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 260,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure). The dealer was notified of the recall and informed the contact that parts were not yet available for the repair. The contact was referred to another dealer and provided the same information. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and the contact and was provided a case number. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that the rear subframe was extremely corroded. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who had repaired the vehicle under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure). The dealer had repaired the vehicle and was awaiting guidance from the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
When my dealership inspected my rear frame for corrosion related to warranty 22V-430, they noted that the rear frame corrosion was so severe that the rear passenger wheel was no longer secured to the rear frame, resulting in a severe safety risk. However, warranty 22V-430 relates to corrosion of the rear frame resulting in an unsecured fuel tank which may result in a fuel leak and an increased risk of fire. The dealership and the district Honda representative agreed that the frame was severely corroded and presented a severe safety risk, but the district Honda representative said Honda will not warranty the defective frame nor offer any remedy for the related rear frame corrosion problem. …
recall was initiated because salt used on roads during winter could accumulate along the rear frame, where the fuel tank is mounted, causing corrosion and potentially leading to the fuel tank becoming unsecured. Affected Vehicles: The recall covers 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline pickup trucks that were sold or ever registered in the salt-belt region. Salt-Belt States: The affected states include Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. This is a known issue, I have a huge rusted hole in the truck, and it's not covered because I don't live in a surrounding state of Kentucky or Virginia but I live within 50 miles of both of these states. …
There is currently a rust recall for vehicles registered in states surrounding me, but North Carolina, Tennessee is not included. The recall is from damage by salt to rusting frame and rocker panels. Mine was originally registered in Western NC and currently registered in north east TN. Both of these areas use salt on the roads and my Ridgeline is rusting in the rocker panels and underneath. This is a known issue but why would you allow Honda to not cover vehicles in neighboring states to those covered, i.e. Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia. Hoping you will act on this since you know it's a problem with states using salt and this Honda is starting to rust rapidly with no warning.
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Related recalls
Structure › Frame and members
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles that were sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont,…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the rear frame, as necessary, free of charge. Depending on the extent of any corrosion damage, Honda may offer to repurchase the vehicle.
Body complaints in other Ridgeline years
Frequently asked questions
How common are body problems on the 2006 Honda Ridgeline?
NHTSA has 30 complaints about the body & structure of the 2006 Honda Ridgeline, 12% of the model year's 242 complaints. The component named most often is body (13 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2006 Honda Ridgeline body problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 22V-430 (frame and members, Jun 16, 2022). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2006 Honda Ridgeline body problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 70,000 miles, and 26% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.