2026 Honda Ridgeline maintenance schedule
The 2026 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 2026 Ridgeline needs, and when
Manufacturer rows link to Honda's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.
| Service | Interval | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil and filter Maintenance Minder A/B | 7,500 mi / 1 year | Independent |
| Engine air filter Maintenance Minder sub-code 2 | 30,000 mi / 2 years | Independent |
| Cabin air filter Replace every 15k | 15,000 mi / 1 year | Independent |
| Tire rotation Maintenance Minder sub-code 1 | 7,500 mi / 1 year | Independent |
| Brake fluid Replace every 3 years regardless of mileage | 3 years | Independent |
| Engine coolant Inspect at 60k; full replace per Maintenance Minder | 60,000 mi | Independent |
| Transmission fluid Sub-code 3 replacement | 45,000 mi | Independent |
| Spark plugs Replace between 90,000 and 105,000 miles | 90,000 mi | Independent |
| Timing belt Timing belt on V6 engines only; replace belt and inspect water pump | 105,000 mi / 7 years | Independent |
| Serpentine belt Inspect interval; replace as needed | 45,000 mi | Independent |
| Differential and transfer case fluid (AWD) Maintenance Minder sub-code 6 (i-VTM4 AWD) | 30,000 mi | Independent |
| 12V battery Test lifespan / inspect connections | 3 years | Independent |
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
No NHTSA recalls matched the 2026 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.
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
Shopping new? The Honda Ridgeline guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.
Sources
- sharphonda.com (Independent)
Researched 2026-09-16. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.
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