2023 Honda Passport recalls and problems
The 2023 Honda Passport has 5 safety recalls and 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2023 Honda Passport vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2023 Honda Passport recalls
Recall 26V-365: Suspension, Structure
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. Owner letters were mailed November 5, 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.
Recall 24V-900: Fuel System, Gasoline
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.
Recall 24V-184: Steering
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.
Recall 23V-458: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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.
Recall 23V-431: Back Over Prevention
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.
2023 Honda Passport problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 15 | |
| Service Brakes | 9 | |
| Unknown or Other | 9 | |
| Lane Departure | 6 | |
| Electrical System | 5 | |
| Power Train | 5 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | |
| Structure | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 8
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 6
- Lane Departure › Assist — 2
- Lane Departure › Warning — 2
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 2
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 8,500 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 2023 Honda Passport complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Honda Passport years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2023 Honda Passport have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Honda Passport: 26V-365 (suspension, structure), 24V-900 (fuel system, gasoline), 24V-184 (steering), 23V-458 (service brakes, hydraulic), 23V-431 (back over prevention). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Honda Passport?
Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (15 reports), followed by service brakes (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 8,500 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.