Sell your 2018 Honda Ridgeline for cash

The 2018 Honda Ridgeline is a pickup truck that came with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine. Even at 8 years old, a damaged or broken-down one still has real value for its parts. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2018 Honda Ridgeline at a glance

Body styleSmall Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Engines3.5L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 6-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy18–19 city / 25–26 highway / 21–22 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,050–$3,200 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂410–424 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score4 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score4 out of 10
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)4,429 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating5,710–6,019 lb
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations: Ridgeline FWD, Ridgeline AWD
Age8 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 8 years old, a 2018 Ridgeline is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2018 Ridgeline weighed 4,429 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2018 Ridgeline. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 33,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2018 Honda Ridgeline recalls

NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls covering the 2018 Honda Ridgeline. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

SuspensionJun 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V365000

American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New…

Risk: Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Air BagsMay 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V332000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R…

Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.

Fuel System, GasolineDec 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V858000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord…

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Back Over PreventionNov 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V867000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ridgeline vehicles. Opening and closing the tailgate may break the rearview camera wiring harness, causing the rearview camera to fail.

Risk: An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Latches/Locks/LinkagesNov 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V932000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 Passport, 2016-2019 Pilot, and 2017-2020 Ridgeline vehicles. The hood latch striker may become damaged and separate from the hood, which can result in the hood opening while driving.

Risk: A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.

Fuel System, GasolineJan 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V053000

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.

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

SeatsApr 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V221000

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…

Risk: 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.

Common 2018 Ridgeline problems

Owners have filed 162 complaints about the 2018 Honda Ridgeline with NHTSA. 3 reports involved a crash and 1 report involved a fire. Owners reported 1 injury.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Electrical System49
  • Engine22
  • Fuel/Propulsion System17
  • Unknown or Other17
  • Back Over Prevention14
  • Fuel System, Gasoline12

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System33,000 mi
  • Engine125,000 mi
  • Fuel/Propulsion System1,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other50,000 mi
  • Fuel System, Gasoline102,000 mi

2018 Honda Ridgeline crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
Pu/Cc, AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆16.9%
Pu/Cc, FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆16.4%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2018 Honda Ridgeline service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 113 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2018 Honda Ridgeline. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Fuel System27
  • Gasoline24
  • Engine and Engine Cooling13
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages12
  • Engine9
  • Electrical System8

Recent bulletins

  • OtherMar 2026 · ATI&03262026905

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inoperable. To better

  • OtherMar 2026 · ATI&03112026902

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inoperable. To better

  • OtherFeb 2026 · ATI&02242026902

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inoperable. To better

  • OtherJan 2026 · ATI&01202026901

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2017-2019 Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the rearview camera inoperable. To better

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 5 defect investigations covering the 2018 Honda Ridgeline.

EnginePE25008 · opened Aug 2025, open

Engine failure

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 414 reports of connecting rod bearing failures in the 3.5L V6 engine used in the following vehicles: Model Years (MY) 2018-2020 Acura TLX, MY2016-2020 Acura MDX, MY2016-2020 Honda Pilot, MY2018-2020 Honda Odyssey, and MY2017-2019 Honda Ridgeline. The subject engine

Back Over PreventionEA25003 · opened Feb 2025, closed Sep 2026

Rear-View Camera Failure

On November 23, 2022, American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) filed recall 22V-867 to address a loss of the Rear-View Camera (RVC) function in model year (MY) 2017-2019 Honda Ridgeline vehicles. On May 3, 2024 Honda filed another recall, 24V-321, relating to the loss of the RVC function in MY 2020-2024 Honda Ridgeline vehicle

EngineRQ24013 · opened Nov 2024, closed Aug 2025

Engine failure

On November 8, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ24013 to assess the scope of Honda recall 23V-751 after receiving complaints that alleged connecting rod bearing failures in vehicles that were not within the scope of recall 23V-751. In November 2023, Honda recalled 248,999 various Mo

Back Over PreventionRQ24011 · opened Jun 2024, closed Feb 2025

Rear-View Camera Failure

On June 26, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Recall Query (RQ24011) to assess the long-term suitability of the remedy for recall 22V-867, which was filed on November 23, 2022 by American Honda Motor Co. (Honda). Recall 22V-867 addressed concerns of a loss of the Rear-View Camera (RVC) function in m

Back Over PreventionPE22001 · opened Feb 2022, closed Dec 2022Led to recall 22V867000

Rear-View Camera Failure

On February 7, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE22-001) to assess alleged failures of the rear-view camera (RVC) in 2017-2018 Model Year Honda Ridgeline vehicles. At this time, ODI has received a total of 107 complaints with allegations of the RVC image failing to display

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Selling a 2018 Ridgeline: questions

How much is a 2018 Honda Ridgeline worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2018 Ridgeline that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2018 Ridgelines that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2018 Ridgeline with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2018 Honda Ridgeline; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2018 Ridgeline?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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