2023 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
27% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Shortly after our purchase we started having issues with the vehicle, the backup camera is not functioning, the backup sensors are not functioning, the collision mitigation is braking abruptly while we are driving even when there are no objects in...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240210
The contact owned a 2023 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was a loud booming sound coming from the passengerâs side front of the vehicle nearby the wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230718
24% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 8 distinct reports on file.
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Shortly after our purchase we started having issues with the vehicle, the backup camera is not functioning, the backup sensors are not functioning, the collision mitigation is braking abruptly while we are driving even when there are no objects in...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240210
18% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH15% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Shortly after our purchase we started having issues with the vehicle, the backup camera is not functioning, the backup sensors are not functioning, the collision mitigation is braking abruptly while we are driving even when there are no objects in...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240210
SAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 23V431000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 23V458000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Passport and Ridgeline vehicles. The inner ball joint housing in the steering gearbox assembly may loosen and detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gearbox as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is LHY.
Campaign 24V184000 — check if this car was fixed
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel filler neck tube and pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 24V900000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2026.
Campaign 26V365000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Honda Passport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V365000 (structure, suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V431000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V458000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V184000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V900000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Honda Passport reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Honda Passport is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Passport?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Passport have?
5 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.