Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Ridgeline.
Classified as a truck equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission, the 2017 Honda Ridgeline achieves an EPA-estimated 18 city, 25 highway, and 21 combined mpg from an engine requiring 5.7 quarts of 0W-20 oil. Despite these routine mechanical parameters, the vehicle is distinguished by its 333 owner complaints and 9 recalls—primarily concentrated within the electrical system—making it the highest-complaint year in the Ridgeline's 2003-2026 history. This dramatic spike compared to the lowest-complaint year of 2015, which recorded only 2 complaints, means the 2017 model sits at a significant reliability low point that demands heightened scrutiny from researchers.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 620 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Overall length | 209.8 in |
| Overall width | 78.7 in |
| Overall height | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 125.2 in |
| Curb weight | 4442 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 66.1 / 66.5 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 58/42 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 18 / 25 / 21 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Ridgeline of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | RTL-E 3.5L V6 | 6.40 sec | 15.00 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | Black Edition 3.5L V6 | 6.60 sec | 15.20 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | RTL-E 3.5L V6 | 7.30 sec | 15.70 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | RTL-E (5'4" Bed) 3.5L V6 | 6.60 sec | 15.20 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | RTL (5'4" Bed) 3.5L V6 | 6.90 sec | 15.40 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Black Edition (5'4" Bed) 3.5L V6 | 7.20 sec | 15.60 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2014 | RTL 3.5L V6 | 8.30 sec | 16.50 sec | 250 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Sport HPD (5'4" Bed) 3.5L V6 | 6.20 sec | 15.00 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.7 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 94 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.3 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 3.8 qt |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.7 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | EPS |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | 68.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs; |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 24 |
| Driveshaft Flange to Transmission | 53.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 94 ft-lbs |
| Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts | 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 30.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242.0 |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 181.0 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 680 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 680 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | 50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.039-0.043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.27-1.38 lbs |
| Oil Type | RL85HM |
| Oil Capacity | 4.00-4.75 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 620 cca |
| Engine Compression | 135 MINIMUM PSI. 29 MAXIMUM VARIATION PSI. |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 53; Rear: 25 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 101; Rear: 65 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | 0.063 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 1.024; Rear: 0.354 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Stamped on rotor |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | 0.0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | 0.0016 |
| Maximum Drum Diameter | 8.307 |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90.0 | |
| 1 | 48 ft. lbs. | 48 ft. lbs |
| 2 | + 60 | |
| 1 | 11MM Bolts | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 11MM Bolts | 47 degrees |
| 3 | 36.0 | |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2017 Honda Ridgeline marks the debut of the second generation, and its federal record shows a sharp spike in complaints (333) and TSBs (163)—the highest of any year in the dataset, far exceeding the prior generation's peak of 240 complaints in 2006. The top complaint areas are electrical system (58), engine (54), and fuel/propulsion system (31), with 6 fire complaints and 5 investigations indicating NHTSA scrutiny. Compared to the preceding 2015 model year (2 complaints, 0 recalls) and the following 2018 (157 complaints, 8 recalls), the 2017 stands out as a problematic outlier, suggesting early-production teething issues. Recalls total 9, which is moderate, but the volume of TSBs and investigations points to unresolved patterns. While later second-generation years (2018–2026) show improved but still elevated complaint counts relative to the first generation, the 2017 is the riskiest year in the entire Ridgeline record. **Takeaway: Avoid the 2017 Ridgeline unless you can verify all recall work and extended service history; a 2019 or later model year offers a more reliable experience.**
All 333 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 9 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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. 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 (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… Remedy: 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…
Showing 5 of 163 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATI&03262026905 | 2026-03-26 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019… |
| ATI&03112026902 | 2026-03-11 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019… |
| ATI&02242026902 | 2026-02-24 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019… |
| ATI&01202026901 | 2026-01-20 | Visibility/Wiper | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019… |
| ATI&01052026901 | 2026-01-05 | Electrical System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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5.7 qt of 0W-20 STARBURST, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg.