Three problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Honda Ridgeline based on all problems reported for the 2006 Ridgeline.
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving approximately driving 50 mph the vehicle suddenly lost power and stalled. After stopping to inspect under the hood the contact discovered transmission and radiator fluid spraying and leaking within the engine compartment. The contact sustained burns to the left arm from the hot fluids while inspecting under the hood. The injuries did not require medical treatment. The vehicle was towed away and later examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the failure occurred due to the failed transmission lines that were located inside the radiator which caused the radiator and transmission to over heat. The contact was informed that both the transmission and radiator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not yet contacted. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 147,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle began to decelerate independently. The contact stated that various warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel as the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician was unable to diagnose the issue. The manufacture was not contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 120,000.
On or about January 9th, 2010, I started my 2006 Ridgeline to and turned the heat on high to warm it up before leaving my home. When I returned to the vehicle to leave, the entire cab was filled with smoke. My husband located the source of the smoke, coming from under the dash on the passenger side. He found wires sticking out and determined that they were burnt and that we needed to bring the vehicle to the dealership for repair. The vehicle was taken to our local Honda dealership and partially repaired. The cost was $451. 71. Still, the high low fan switch / knob does not always respond. Occasionally, when the control switch is in the "fan high" position, the fan will cut off. The dealer advised it will be an additional $400. 00 for the new switch, not including labor.