2023 Honda Passport recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Honda Passport and 40 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are forward collision avoidance (12), service brakes (11), unknown or other (9). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is about 21 mpg combined.
The 2023 ranks #2 of 8 Passport model years for fewest complaints (2019–2026), with fewer complaints than the average year (97). It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 4.8 per model year.
Recalls 5
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2023 Honda Passport. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Structure · frame and members
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline · storage · tank assembly · filler pipe and cap
Problem: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Steering · rack and pinion
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · master cylinder
Problem: 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.
Risk: Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Back over prevention · display function
Problem: 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."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: 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.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
The sunroof spontaneously shattered while I was driving approximately 75 mph on M-113. The roof was tilted open. There was no vehicle immediately around me, no truck, no apparent road debris or impact, and the weather was dry and approximately 58°F. The glass shattered into the passenger compartment and onto me.
Reporting a front windshield that is wavy and affects visibility for shorter passengers like the average woman. Makes objects blurry especially when sunny. Bought car used so out of warranty. Online research shows there are many people experiencing this problem.
I purchased the 2023 Honda Passport used with 47,500ish miles. It came with a factory 60,000 5-year powertrain warranty. The ONLY reason i paid cash for this vehicle. At 49,900 miles, the engine developed a subtle engine knock. At 50,460 miles, engine has clearly audible knock at idle - 2,000 RPM in gear (under load). 9/1/26 Antrim Honda, [XXX] denied hearing obvious noise.…
Safety ratings
2023 Honda PASSPORT SUV AWD
2023 Honda PASSPORT SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2023 Honda Passport.
Passport AWD
Auto (S9) · 6 cyl · 3.5 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Passport have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Honda Passport, most recently for structure · frame and members (06/05/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Honda Passport?
Based on 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (12), service brakes (11), unknown or other (9).
Is the 2023 Honda Passport safe?
The 2023 Honda Passport earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2023 a good year for the Honda Passport?
The 2023 ranks #2 of 8 Passport model years for fewest complaints (2019–2026), with fewer complaints than the average year (97). It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 4.8 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Honda Passport get?
The 2023 Honda Passport is EPA-rated at about 21 mpg combined.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: PASSPORT, Passport.