2002 Honda Passport recalls and problems

The 2002 Honda Passport has 2 safety recalls and 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
23
Crashes / fires
3 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Honda Passport vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Honda Passport recalls

Recall 10V-436: Suspension

Reported Sep 22, 2010 · 149,992 vehicles affected · ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA

Problem: Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 isuzu axiom vehicles, and honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new jersey, pennsylvania, delaware, maryland, the district of columbia, west virginia, ohio, indiana, michigan, illinois, wisconsin, minnesota, iowa, missouri, and kentucky. Vehicles that have experienced sustained exposure to highly corrosive materials used in some jurisdictions for road deicing purposes may experience excessive corrosion in the vicinity of the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link prior to the time that such corrosion would normally be expected.

Risk: Excessive corrosion may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame, which can affect vehicle handling and potentially cause a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound. For vehicles in which corrosion has damaged the rear suspension lower link bracket and affected its connection to the vehicle frame, a reinforcement bracket will be installed. In the rare event the corrosion is so severe that the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be appropriate, a repurchase offer will be extended to the vehicle's owner. All inspections and remedies will be provided free of charge for vehicles that are 10 years old or less. For vehicles older than 10 years, isuzu will offer a free remedy, but only if the vehicle is presented to an isuzu service facility, or honda dealer (As applicable), dealer within 12 months of when owner notifications were issued. The safety recall began on december 10, 2010. Isuzu owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727. Honda owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Recall 05V-466: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Oct 7, 2005 · 15,515 vehicles affected · ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA

Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles that have been exposed to fuel contaminated with silicon may develop small pin holes in the fuel pump feed port. Silicon has been identified in the fuel systems of affected vehicles and in certain fuel available in the region of tyler, texas. This recall will be launched for vehicles registered in texas and the four surrounding states: oklahoma, arkansas, new mexico and louisiana.

Risk: A fuel leak could lead to a vehicle fire.

Fix: For vehicles registered in the states identified above, dealers will provide a new cover over the existing feed port on the fuel pump or, if the existing feed port has already been damaged, dealers will install a new fuel pump that is equipped with the new cover. The new cover will be made of a different material. The recall began on november 25, 2005. Owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

2002 Honda Passport problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension7
Structure6
Engine and Engine Cooling3
Vehicle Speed Control3
Power Train2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Air Bags2
Unknown or Other1
Seat Belts1
Tires1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Engine1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 4
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2
  • Structure › Frame and Members — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1
  • Seat Belts › Front › Retractor — 1
  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch — 1
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 116,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2002 Honda Passport complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Jun 11, 2021
While driving on freeway,in 3rd be Lane,65mph,power and motor instantly went out.Leaving me struck in the middle of freeway.On coming traffic traveling 65 to 75mph.Nearly causing major accident.I had purchased vehicle from original buyer.Incident happened right after purchase.Since incident this has happened approximately 15 other times.Within an hour or 2 car would start back up.I asked previous owner and was told that he had replaced 3 times a part to fix this problem.But still problem exists.
Air Bags · at 200,000 miles · reported Jul 21, 2016
The contact owns a 2002 honda passport. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration and the speed increased to approximately 80 MPH. The driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a guardrail. The front end sustained significant damage, but the air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 200,000.
Structure · at 103,000 miles · reported Apr 4, 2014
The contact owns a 2002 honda passport. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair when they noticed that the entire frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.
Suspension · at 138,000 miles · reported Jun 13, 2013
I purchased a 2002 honda passport used, I recently heard a noise under the car and when checked part of the frame was broken. I looked online and found a recall, never notified about it. I called a dealer and waited 5 days and called them again and they set up an appointment for me. I took the vehicle in and was told that it is unsafe to drive and they will not release it to me. They said that is not the tracking link that is the problem, it is the frame. This vehicle should be recalled for the frame rotting not just the tracking links. Honda is very unprofessional and this is a serious…
Structure · at 140,000 miles · reported Oct 13, 2012
The recall covers suvs in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin. I took my truck to honda cause the chassis looks and feel really bad but the spare some black paint and told me its fine to drive but I don't really feel safe driving my truck cause it feels like a problem waiting to happen.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Honda Passport have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Honda Passport: 10V-436 (suspension), 05V-466 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Honda Passport?

Owners report suspension problems most often (7 reports), followed by structure (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 116,500 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.