1994 Honda Passport
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
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
17% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 6 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE STOPPING IN FRONT OF A HOUSE THE ABS SYSTEM DID NOT WORK, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT .PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960304
8% of complaints: seat belts — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY6% of complaints: steering — 2 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
STEERING; CAR WAS IN ACCIDENT STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, LOST CONTROL AND HIT A TREE PURCHASED CAR BRAND NEW 11/94. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950113
SAFETY TIMELINE
CONSTANT EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSES THE CAMSHAFT SEAL END PLUG CAN BECOME DISLODGED FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD. THIS ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE CAMSHAFT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL CAMSHAFT END SEAL PLUG RETAINER PLATES.
Campaign 94V132000 — check if this car was fixed
THE LATCH PLATE USED IN THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO DESIGN DIMENSIONS. IF THE SEAT BELT TONGUE IS INSERTED SLOWLY AT AN ANGLE INTO THE BUCKLE, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF PAR
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BUCKLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW BUCKLE.
Campaign 96V170003 — check if this car was fixed
SEAT BELT LATCH FAILURES
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS, THE LATCH PLATE USED IN THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS NOT MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO DESIGN DIMENSIONS. IF THE SEAT BELT TONGUE IS INSERTED SLOWLY AT AN
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BUCKLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW BUCKLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MID-DECEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO
Campaign 02V281000 — check if this car was fixed
AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT WITHIN THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR CAN CONTAIN MANUFACTURING ERRORS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR WITH A NEW REGULATOR.
Campaign 97V034002 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Honda Passport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V034002 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V132000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V170003 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V281000 (seat belts) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1994 Honda Passport reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Honda Passport is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Honda Passport?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Honda Passport have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.