2024 Honda Ridgeline maintenance schedule

The 2024 Ridgeline is part of the 2nd Gen (2017-2026), sold as a pickup. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2024 Ridgeline needs, and when

Manufacturer rows link to Honda's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

Maintenance Minder A/B

7,500 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Engine air filter

Maintenance Minder sub-code 2

30,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter

Replace every 15k

15,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Tire rotation

Maintenance Minder sub-code 1

7,500 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Brake fluid

Replace every 3 years regardless of mileage

3 yearsIndependent
Engine coolant

Inspect at 60k; full replace per Maintenance Minder

60,000 miIndependent
Transmission fluid

Sub-code 3 replacement

45,000 miIndependent
Spark plugs

Replace between 90,000 and 105,000 miles

90,000 miIndependent
Timing belt

Timing belt on V6 engines only; replace belt and inspect water pump

105,000 mi / 7 yearsIndependent
Serpentine belt

Inspect interval; replace as needed

45,000 miIndependent
Differential and transfer case fluid (AWD)

Maintenance Minder sub-code 6 (i-VTM4 AWD)

30,000 miIndependent
12V battery

Test lifespan / inspect connections

3 yearsIndependent

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
0W-20
Coolant
Type 2
Transmission fluid
ATF DW-1 (6AT) / ATF Type 3.1 (9AT)

Powertrains in this generation

  • 3.5L 6-cyl (J35Y6), 280 hp, 6AT, 9AT, FWD, AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2024 Honda Ridgeline

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Honda dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Back over prevention

NHTSA 24V321000

May 2024

Honda (America Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ridgeline vehicles. The rearview camera (RVC) tailgate wire harness may fatigue and break, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the RVC tailgate wire harness, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Honda service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is YI7.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance
$428

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other Ridgeline model years

2nd Gen (2017-2026)

1st Gen (2006-2014)

Shopping new? The Honda Ridgeline guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-16. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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