2021 Honda Passport problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 141 owner complaints on file for the 2021 Honda Passport, filed between 2021-02-02 and 2026-09-18. The most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (51, 36%), engine (27, 19%) and electrical system (24, 17%). Owners reported 10 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2021 Honda Passport complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 51 | 36% | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 27 | 19% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 24 | 17% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 23 | 16% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 21 | 15% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 12 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 8 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Forward collision avoidance: 51 complaints
- 51 complaints of 141 (36%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 14 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 4 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Honda Passport covers this system.
Engine: 27 complaints
- 27 complaints of 141 (19%) name the engine.
- 9 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Honda Passport covers this system.
Electrical system: 24 complaints
- 24 complaints of 141 (17%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 9 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Honda Passport covers this system.
Power train: 23 complaints
- 23 complaints of 141 (16%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 5 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Honda Passport covers this system.
Service brakes: 21 complaints
- 21 complaints of 141 (15%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 14 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2021 Honda Passport; the recall, campaign 23V458000, says: “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…”
Lane departure: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 141 (6%) name the lane departure — lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- 7 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Honda Passport covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 30 |
| 2025 | 27 |
| 2026 | 28 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PASSPORT, model year 2021. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2021 Honda Passport recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Honda Passport?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2021 Honda Passport's most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (51 of 141 complaints), engine (27 of 141 complaints) and electrical system (24 of 141 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2021 Honda Passport have?
NHTSA has 141 owner complaints on file for the 2021 Honda Passport, including 10 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Honda Passport's problems?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2021 Honda Passport; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.