2026 Honda Passport
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 37 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 56 |
| 1998 | 229 |
| 1999 | 228 |
| 2000 | 102 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2019 | 275 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 140 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2025 | 37 |
| 2026 | 59 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
19% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.
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My 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite (purchased new May 2025) has repeated, intermittent failures of the electrical system and drive-power (propulsion) function, beginning at ~16,700 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260712
Also filed under STEERING and FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Today, while backing from my driveway into our residential street, I came to a complete stop and placed the vehicle's transmission from Reverse to Drive and when doing so, the vehicle shut itself off, put itself into park and engaged the parking...
NHTSA ODI report, 20250515
Also filed under ENGINE
17% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
15% of complaints: seats — 9 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: steering — 8 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2026 Pilot and Passport vehicles. The rear subframe bolts may have been tightened improperly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear subframe bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Campaign 26V424000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2026 Honda Passport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V424000 (structure, suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2026 Honda Passport reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2026 Honda Passport is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Honda Passport?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Honda Passport have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.