Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
2025 Honda PassportRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 48 owner complaints for the 2025 Honda Passport. Most complaints involve electrical system (18) and engine (18). 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
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
48
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,050est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Honda Passport as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
48 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2025 – Oct 2026
- Electrical system18
- Engine18
- Power train7
- Forward collision avoidance4
- Service brakes3
- Structure2
- Fuel/propulsion system2
- Vehicle speed control1
- Exterior lighting1
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 year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 244 |
| 1999 | 238 |
| 2000 | 112 |
| 2001 | 144 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2019 | 282 |
| 2020 | 104 |
| 2021 | 145 |
| 2022 | 64 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 20 |
| 2025 | 48 |
| 2026 | 69 |
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
18 reports
“When I sitting at red light and the start/stop system Engages,the vehicle will shift into neutral and the brakes will not hold the vehicle in place when pressing the brake pedal .State that the vehicle would still move forward even when brake pedal is being pressed.”
Engine
18 reports
“The contact owns a 2025 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that on multiple occasions, upon acceleration from a complete stop, the vehicle shifted into neutral and would not shift into drive. When the failure occurred, the contact was forced to restart the vehicle before continuing to drive. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where a diagnostic evaluation was performed; however, the vehicle was not repaired as the contact was advised that the failure was not duplicable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 23,000.”
Power train
7 reports
“My mother bought this new 2025 Honda passport Ex+L with 5 miles brand new in dec 2024. Since owning it I have put only 10650 miles on it. Less than 5k a year and mostly drove highway miles in that first year. Was told during purchase that Honda link would be available so that I can get help, see maintainer reminders, and even use to towing, and repair services. But they had stopped Honda link earlier this year. This was a major factor for my elderly mother so that she had these options for her if needed. Also, I have been trying to get Honda to fix both top rear seals, there are 2in+ gaps in the top rear, where dirt, Debree, and water are accumulating which I am worried that it will cause rust, due to poor paint quality. I took it to the dealership where the service manager even said it looked defective but would need to get same model to compare. It's now been over a year with no resolution. This is my mother's first new vehicle ever and would be her last vehicle. Also, I have noticed that the front collision waring just appear out of nowhere at times. This has been another ongoing issue. Then just recently been feeling transmission lurching and not engaging.…”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
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
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passport AWD Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,050 | 416 |
- 21mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Honda 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%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat 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.
2025 Passport questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Honda Passport have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 30, 2026.
What are the most common 2025 Honda Passport problems?
Owners filed 48 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (18), engine (18), power train (7). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2025 Honda Passport get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Honda Passport at 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).
How safe is the 2025 Honda Passport?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2025 Honda Passport 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026