Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2024 Honda PassportRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 20 owner complaints for the 2024 Honda Passport. Most complaints involve service brakes (9) and electrical system (5). The EPA rates it 21 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
21mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Nov 2024
Owner complaints
20
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
$3,050est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Fuel system

Free remedy

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.

Fuel system, gasolineReported Nov 28, 2024NHTSA 24V900000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

20 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2024 – Oct 2026
  1. Service brakes9
  2. Electrical system5
  3. Engine3
  4. Fuel/propulsion system3
  5. Forward collision avoidance2
  6. Steering2
  7. Structure1
  8. Fuel system, gasoline1
  9. Power train1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Passport model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
199648
199763
1998244
1999238
2000112
2001144
200235
2019282
2020104
2021145
202264
202340
202420
202548
202669
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Service brakes

9 reports1 crash
“I bought the car brand new in the spring of 2024 and noticed shaking when braking after a few months. In January 2025 I had the rotors resurfaced at the dealer because they where warped. The brake shaking started again around March 2026. After searching several forums, turns out that this seems to be a common issue where the rotors warp constantly, requiring resurfacing several time or changing rotors every couple of years. The warping cause vibrations in the steering which affects handling. The vehicle shakes when braking at various speeds.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 18, 2026Service brakesODI 11732150

Electrical system

5 reports1 crash
“RE: XXX- Complaint # XXX for NHTSA Investigation EA25004 - Issues related to Auto Idle Stop - Battery & Starter failures. XXX - Complaint # XXXfor Honda Corporate asking to be part of extended warranty for TSB 23-008 and TSB 23-009 XXX - Ticket #XXX-Honda Cars of McKinney - reported continued issues with sluggish starts from HOT vehicle and failure of Auto Idle Stop/Restart * Asked for complete check of electrical system including battery, relays, starter and review of internal recalls, TSBs, and referenced NHTSA investigation EA25004. * Battery was replaced XXX at a cost of $402.08 and checked okay * Starter failed check with excessive resistance causing sluggish starts, and failure of Auto Idle Stop function to restart vehicle in traffic. Both the starter and relay assembly were replaced at a cost of $786.28. * Requested Honda Goodwill Assistance review as this is a known problem under Honda TSB 23-008 and 23-009 to cover these expenses outside the standard warranty. Hendricks Auto Group(McKinney) and Honda Corporate refused to apply the Goodwill Assistance so I had to pay out-of-pocket for a known issue for this model year vehicle. They claimed the original…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 21, 2026Electrical systemODI 11772750

Engine

3 reports
“Automatic Stop/Start at idle control failed to Restart. Manual restarting of the engine blocked or delayed by the system at or in intersections or traffic delays causing danger of blocked traffic or collision. Local dealer has inspected and deemed the problem caused by the starter, but is not able to repair due to volume of incidents with other units. No System warnings we indicated. Multiple incidents over the last three weeks.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 9, 2026EngineODI 11770099
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S9)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Passport AWD
Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
192421$3,050416
  • Passport AWD
    Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    19 city · 24 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Honda PASSPORT SUV AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.4%
Overall
5 / 5
Honda PASSPORT SUV FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
17.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 30, 2026Vehicle 19985Vehicle 19984
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2024 Passport questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Honda Passport have?

1 safety recall as of Oct 30, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2024 Honda Passport problems?

Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (9), electrical system (5), engine (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2024 Honda Passport get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Honda Passport at 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

How safe is the 2024 Honda Passport?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Honda Passport 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026