2002 Honda Passport
Only 23 complaints 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 23 complaints 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 | 37 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 56 |
| 1998 | 229 |
| 1999 | 228 |
| 2000 | 102 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2019 | 275 |
| 2020 | 100 |
| 2021 | 140 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2025 | 37 |
| 2026 | 59 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
7 of 23 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA PASSPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, A BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120320
6 of 23 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body and frame and members.
3 of 23 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA PASSPORT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AND THE SPEED INCREASED TO APPROXIMATELY 80 MPH. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160721
Also filed under AIR BAGS
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND WITHOUT WARNING THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT FAILED. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO COLLIDE WITH THE VEHICLE IN FRONT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040715
Also filed under AIR BAGS
3 of 23 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system.
2 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES THAT HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO FUEL CONTAMINATED WITH SILICON MAY DEVELOP SMALL PIN HOLES IN THE FUEL PUMP FEED PORT. SILICON HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED IN THE FUEL SYSTEMS OF AFFE
Remedy: FOR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN THE STATES IDENTIFIED ABOVE, DEALERS WILL PROVIDE A NEW COVER OVER THE EXISTING FEED PORT ON THE FUEL PUMP OR, IF THE EXISTING FEED PORT HAS ALREADY BEEN DAMAGED, DEALERS WI
Campaign 05V466000 — check if this car was fixed
REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK FAILURE
Rear Suspension Lower Link Detachment
ISUZU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998-2002 ISUZU RODEO AND MODEL YEAR 2002 ISUZU AXIOM VEHICLES, AND HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN 1998-2002 HONDA PASSPORT VEHICLES, THAT WERE ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR AR
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR SUSPENSION LOWER LINK BRACKET AREA. FOR VEHICLES IN WHICH LITTLE OR NO CORROSION IS FOUND, THE AREA WILL BE TREATED WITH AN ANTI-CORROSIVE COMPOUND. FOR VEHICLES IN WHI
Campaign 10V436000 — check if this car was fixed
Fuel Tank Retention Failure
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Honda Passport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V466000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V436000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2002 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 2002 Honda Passport?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Honda Passport have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.