Recalls
5campaigns
1 suspension · 1 fuel system · 1 steering
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
39filed
Owner reports, 2001–2026 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 4★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 4★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
21mpg combined
$3,110/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3.5 L 6-cyl· 9-speed automatic
EPA-listed configuration
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2023 Honda Passport. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Rear Suspension Components May Fail
Structure · frame and members
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear subframe may corrode at the suspension mounting points, which can result in rear suspension component failure.
- Consequence
- Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- 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. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in the fall of 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are AOU and AOT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 10, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported880,514 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA
or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V365000
Listed for 2023 Honda Passport. Not checked against your VIN.
Fuel Leak from Fuel Filler Pipe Separation
Fuel system, gasoline · storage · tank assembly · filler pipe and cap
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- 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. Honda's number for this recall is OKM.
93.6% repairedof 205,760 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V900000
Listed for 2023 Honda Passport. Not checked against your VIN.
Improperly Secured Ball Joint in Steering Gearbox
Steering · rack and pinion
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- 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.
96.3% repairedof 245 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V184000
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Loose Fastener on Brake Booster Assembly
Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · master cylinder
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.
- Consequence
- Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
- 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. Honda's numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.
88.4% repairedof 124,077 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 23V458000
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Rearview Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
Back over prevention · display function
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- 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. Honda's numbers for this recall are EEL, ZEM, and SFC.
89.6% repairedof 1,209,673 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 23V431000
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Owner complaints (39)
39 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The forward collision avoidance is mentioned most often.
3involved a crash
0involved a fire
7injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 39 |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 12 | 30.8% |
| Service brakes | 10 | 25.6% |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 20.5% |
| Electrical system | 5 | 12.8% |
| Engine | 5 | 12.8% |
| Power train | 5 | 12.8% |
| Lane departure | 4 | 10.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 10.3% |
| Suspension | 2 | 5.1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 5.1% |
How 2023 compares with other Passport years
Best and worst Passport years →2001134
200223
2019278
2020102
2021142
202262
202339
202418
202540
202664
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 134 | 3 |
| 2002 | 23 | 2 |
| 2019 | 278 | 10 |
| 2020 | 102 | 10 |
| 2021 | 142 | 7 |
| 2022 | 62 | 4 |
| 2023 | 39 | 5 |
| 2024 | 18 | 1 |
| 2025 | 40 | 0 |
| 2026 | 64 | 1 |
This year (2023)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 4★★★★★☆
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 17.5%★★★★☆
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2023 Honda Passport suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
21
mpg combined
19
city
24
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 416 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
$3,110per year
$259per month
714gallons a year
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 416 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2023 Passport for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2023 Honda Passport FAQ
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Passport have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 26V365000 (suspension), 24V900000 (fuel system), 24V184000 (steering), 23V458000 (brake), 23V431000 (rear camera). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2023 Honda Passport problems?
Owners filed 39 complaints with NHTSA. Forward collision avoidance (12), Service brakes (10), Unknown or other (8) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2023 Honda Passport get?
EPA rates the 3.5 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic version at 19 city, 24 highway and 21 combined mpg.
What safety rating did the 2023 Honda Passport get?
NHTSA rated the 2023 Honda Passport suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (17.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2023 Passport compare with other years?
Among the 2001–2021 Honda Passport model years at least five years old, the 2002 drew the fewest complaints (23) and the 2019 the most (278). The 2023 drew 39. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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