1981 Honda Passport
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 56 |
| 1998 | 229 |
| 1999 | 228 |
| 2000 | 102 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2019 | 268 |
| 2020 | 90 |
| 2021 | 127 |
| 2022 | 55 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 15 |
| 2025 | 24 |
| 2026 | 36 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.
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WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY THERE IS A HARD AND A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM TRANSMISSION. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020806
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1981 Honda Passport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1981 Honda Passport reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1981 Honda Passport?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1981 Honda Passport have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.