Honda Ridgeline ABS Wheel Speed Sensor in US

Your Honda Ridgeline ABS wheel speed sensor is the component that makes anti-lock braking possible on your Ridgeline. It monitors the rotational speed of each wheel in real time and sends that data to the Honda Ridgeline ABS control module, which uses it to prevent wheel lockup during emergency stops. When a sensor fails on your Ridgeline, your ABS loses the input it needs. On wet, icy, or gravel road surfaces, the difference between a controlled stop and a skid can come down to whether your Honda Ridgeline wheel speed data is reaching the module.

What Is the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on Your Honda Ridgeline

The ABS wheel speed sensor on the Honda Ridgeline is an electromagnetic or Hall-effect sensor mounted near each wheel hub or bearing assembly of your Ridgeline. It generates an electronic signal as a toothed reluctor ring rotates past it, producing a frequency the Ridgeline ABS module interprets as wheel speed. On most modern Honda Ridgeline vehicles, this same data feeds the traction control system, electronic stability control, and electronic brake force distribution, making a functioning wheel speed sensor critical to the safe operation of multiple Ridgeline systems simultaneously.

Signs of a Failing ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on the Honda Ridgeline

• ABS warning light on your Honda Ridgeline dashboard, the most common first indicator of a failing sensor
• Traction control or stability control warning light illuminated alongside the Ridgeline ABS light
• ABS activating on your Honda Ridgeline during normal stops at low speed where it should not engage
• Complete ABS deactivation on the Ridgeline, wheels lock under hard braking on wet or icy roads
• Speedometer on your Honda Ridgeline reading erratically or dropping to zero at speed
• Fault codes in the C0035 to C0050 range stored in the Honda Ridgeline ABS control module

Passive vs. Active ABS Sensors for the Honda Ridgeline

GeoBrakes stocks both passive and active ABS wheel speed sensors for the Honda Ridgeline. Passive sensors use an analog signal and are found on older Ridgeline vehicles and many trucks still in service. Active Hall-effect sensors require a small power supply and output a clean digital signal, offering greater accuracy at very low speeds. Active sensors are standard on most Honda Ridgeline vehicles manufactured after the mid-2000s and are required for full compatibility with modern Ridgeline traction and stability control systems.

Why GeoBrakes for the Honda Ridgeline ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Signal accuracy matters as much as fitment with Honda Ridgeline wheel speed sensors. A sensor that generates the correct frequency for your Ridgeline ABS module ensures consistent ABS calibration, proper traction control thresholds, and accurate stability control response on your Honda Ridgeline. Every sensor in the GeoBrakes catalogue is matched to the Honda Ridgeline through our vehicle selector, with front and rear positions listed separately to eliminate position errors on your Ridgeline.

Frequently Asked Questions - Honda Ridgeline ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Can I drive my Honda Ridgeline with a faulty ABS wheel speed sensor?

You can drive the Honda Ridgeline with a failed ABS sensor, but the anti-lock braking system on your Ridgeline will be completely disabled. On icy or wet American roads, this significantly increases stopping distances and the risk of losing steering control during hard braking on your Honda Ridgeline. Replacing a failed sensor promptly is strongly recommended, particularly before winter.

How do I find the right ABS sensor for my Honda Ridgeline?

Use the GeoBrakes vehicle selector and enter the Honda Ridgeline year, make, and model. The system displays only the sensors confirmed to fit the Honda Ridgeline, with front and rear positions listed separately. Select the position matching the sensor you are replacing on your Ridgeline to avoid receiving the wrong unit.

Do I need to replace all four ABS sensors on my Honda Ridgeline at the same time?

No. ABS wheel speed sensors on the Honda Ridgeline are independent components and only the failed unit needs to be replaced. However, if your Ridgeline has high mileage and one sensor has failed, it is worth visually inspecting the connectors on the other Honda Ridgeline sensors for corrosion while the wheel is removed.