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At a glance
What can fail
The rear subframe can corrode at suspension attachment points, potentially causing rear suspension components to fail.
What the fix does
This page covers 11 recalls, 264 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Honda Passport.
21–22 mpg combined
10.7–11.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints about the 2019 Honda Passport cluster around three systems: electrical, forward collision avoidance, and the engine. On the electrical side, owners frequently describe multiple warning lights illuminating at startup, with driver-assist features, lane keeping, adaptive cruise, and collision prevention, going offline simultaneously, often tied to camera or sensor faults. The forward collision avoidance system draws a notable share of complaints, with owners reporting phantom braking events where the system activates without any obstacle present, sometimes causing the vehicle to lurch or lose directional stability. Engine complaints often center on the auto start-stop system failing to restart the engine after a stop, leaving the vehicle stuck in drive at intersections, several owners say this happens repeatedly throughout a single day. A smaller but recurring thread involves transmission hard shifts, with some owners reporting the behavior present since the vehicle was new.
264
Total Complaints
7
Crash-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2019 Honda Passport has 11 recalls, the most serious being a hood latch striker that can break and allow the hood to fly open while driving, blocking the driver's view entirely.
Rear suspension components, including the rear control arm, can corrode and fail on vehicles sold in certain high-salt states, causing loss of handling control. The front passenger seat sensor has a defect that can cause the airbag to deploy unintentionally in a crash, raising the risk of injury. Certain vehicles equipped with Continental tires may have sidewalls that crack and fail suddenly, leading to rapid air loss or tread separation. On the structural side, front frame welds on some vehicles may be incomplete, reducing the protection the body provides in a crash. The low-pressure fuel pump can also fail and stall the engine while driving.
Four recalls involve rear visibility and instrument display: a faulty connector, a software error, and incorrect network programming can each prevent the rearview camera image from appearing when reversing, and a separate instrument panel software issue can leave the speedometer, oil pressure gauge, and gear selector display blank until the engine is restarted.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear subframe can corrode at suspension attachment points, potentially causing rear suspension components to fail.
What the fix does
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Dealers will inspect the rear subframe, install a reinforcement kit, and repair or replace components as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and create an electrical short, potentially causing airbags to deploy unexpectedly during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat weight sensor at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software issue may cause an incorrect view mode to display when shifting into reverse, preventing the rearview camera image from appearing correctly on screen.
What the fix does
Honda will send a wireless software update to your vehicle or you can schedule a dealership appointment to install the update.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A faulty connector on the MOST communication cable can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, reducing rear visibility.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a protective cover over the cable connector at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The hood latch striker can become damaged and separate from the hood, potentially causing the hood to open while you're driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair or replace the hood latch striker or hood at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
One or more tires may have been over-cured during manufacturing, which can affect tire performance and durability.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace any affected tires at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Faulty network software can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen.
What the fix does
Honda will provide updated software. You can download it free following mailed instructions or visit a dealer for free installation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the instrument panel control module can prevent the dashboard from showing critical information like oil pressure, speed, and gear position until you restart the engine. It may also block the rearview camera image.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software at no cost to restore normal display function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front frame side members may not be fully welded to the vehicle body, potentially weakening the structural frame in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect for missing welds at no cost. If found, Honda will repurchase the vehicle or provide a replacement.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
