Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 Ridgeline.
The 2020 Honda Ridgeline is a pickup truck that uses a 5.7-quart engine with 0W-20 API oil viscosity, delivers EPA-estimated fuel economy of 19 mpg city/24 mpg highway/21 mpg combined, and comes paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission; with 162 total owner complaints and 9 recalls, this model year sits well below the model's complaint peak of 334 in 2017 and far above the trough of just 2 complaints in 2015, reflecting a relatively stable though not flawless reliability record within the model's 2003-2026 complaint history.
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 Must use a AGM VRLA Battery. · 650 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 (S9) |
| 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 | 19 / 24 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2021 | Sport HPD (5'4" Bed) 3.5L V6 | 6.20 sec | 15.00 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Sport HPD (5'4" Bed) 3.5L V6 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | RTL-E (5'4" Bed) 3.5L V6 | 6.40 sec | 14.90 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Sport HPD (5'4" Bed) 3.5L V6 | 7.10 sec | 15.60 sec | 280 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | RTL-E 3.5L V6 | 6.40 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 API engine oil, ATF in the differential, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 94 ft-lbs.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.7 |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | ATF |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 3.8 qt |
| Engine Coolant | Honda Type 2 antifreeze/coolant |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Lug Nuts | 94 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.33-1.44 lbs |
| Oil Type | RL85HM POE oil or equivalent. |
| Oil Capacity | 4.29-5.17 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 Must use a AGM VRLA Battery. |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 650 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 57.0 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 53.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 25.0 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 101.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 65.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 1.024; Rear: .354 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
| Maximum Drum Diameter | Parking Brake: 8.307 |
| 1 | 48.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60° | 48 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90° | |
| 3 | 90° | |
| 4 | Turn an additional 90° if using new bolts. | |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2020 Honda Ridgeline sits on an improving trajectory within the second generation, with 163 complaints, 9 recalls, 2 investigations, and 76 TSBs—down notably from the 2019 peak of 230 complaints, 12 recalls, and 4 investigations, and well below the 2017 launch-year high of 334 complaints and 5 investigations. Compared with 2021, however, 2020 still shows higher federal activity, as 2021 recorded only 95 complaints and 7 recalls. Across the generation, filings were highest at introduction in 2017 and remained elevated through 2019 before beginning a sustained decline in 2020 that continued into 2021 and beyond. The leading 2020 complaint categories were Unknown or Other (28), Electrical System (24), Engine (21), and Exterior Lighting (10), with one crash-related complaint and zero fire complaints; the data does not specify root causes. Because 2020 marks the start of the downward trend rather than the worst period, it is a reasonable used-buy candidate, though a 2021 or later would offer an even cleaner federal record.
All 162 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 all Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Covers, part number 08Z07-T6Z-100F, sold for installation on 2017-2020 Ridgeline trucks. If the tonneau cover is not properly secured in… Remedy: Honda will notify all registered owners of 2017-2020 Honda Ridgelines, and dealers will install tethers onto any Honda Genuine Accessory Tonneau Cover to prevent panel separation…
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… Remedy: Dealers will either repair the hood latch striker, or replace the hood if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact…
Showing 5 of 76 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A20-022 | 2025-07-31 | Structure | Service Bulletin - One or more accessory running board lights are flickering or not… |
| A23-009 | 2025-07-07 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle… |
| A24-048 | 2024-11-22 | Structure | Service Bulletin - The AWD warning light is on potentially due to water intrusion into… |
| A23-050 | 2024-08-06 | Visibility/Wiper | Service Bulletin - Customer complaint of the A/C not blowing cold air due to… |
| A24-085 | 2024-07-19 | Engine | Service Bulletin - MIL flashes and vehicle will not accelerate, low power. After cycling… |
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5.7 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg.