Service Bulletin - Due to variations in the purge control solenoid valve spring, the valve wears unevenly and intermittently sticks. This may result in setting DTC P0441 (Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Purge Flow Malfunction).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2019 Honda Passport fuel system problems
severe 24 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200 · see fuel system across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
24
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
1crash
1injury
When does it fail?
Of the 24 fuel system complaints filed for the 2019 Honda Passport, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Service Bulletin - (Repair Procedure Revision) Due to swelling of the fuel pump motor impeller, the fuel pump may seize and stop working. If this occurs, the check engine light may be displayed with DTC P0087 (Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low) stored, the engine may not start, or the engine could stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Replace the fuel pump motor.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service bulletin - The MIL comes on with DTC P2422 (EVAP canister vent shut valve stuck closed malfunction). Dirt may be clogging the EVAP canister vent tube.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020 Odysseys, Passports, Pilots & Ridgelines with a customer complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with the DTC P0441 (EVAP System Purge Flow Malfunction) stored. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2019 Honda Passport has a serious fuel-system defect covered by recall 23V858000. Owners report the engine stalling without warning while driving at highway speeds, at stop lights, or while idling—often with no restart capability. At 34,000 miles, one driver lost all power and crashed into a semi-truck; that vehicle was destroyed. Another stall recurred 1.5 months after a dealer repair under the recall was completed, at 107,000 miles.
Hard starts and hesitation during acceleration appear in separate complaints at low mileage (1,000–9,000 miles), plus one case of the idle-stop feature failing to allow restart. One driver heard abnormal ticking at startup but dealers could not replicate it.
The core problem: Honda issued the recall but parts were unavailable for months. Owners received recall notices but dealerships had no replacements in stock. Multiple owners waited so long that Honda eventually limited parts availability only to customers who had already experienced a failure—a catch-22 that left preventive service impossible. One owner was told in May 2024 parts would not arrive until late that year. Dealers unable to diagnose the issue without the replacement fuel pump module in hand.
Failure modes owners describe
Fuel pump failure causing stalling and no-restart
Fuel pump fails, causing sudden loss of engine power while driving or idling. Vehicle either stalls completely or fails to restart. Occurs with no prior warning light and can recur after restart attempts.
When: 31,000–107,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stalls suddenly while driving at various speeds; Engine stalls at stop lights or while idling; Vehicle fails to restart or takes multiple restart attempts; No warning light before failure; Failure reoccurs after restart
Repairs/costs cited: Recall 23V858000 requires fuel pump module replacement; parts were unavailable at time of complaints. One vehicle repaired under recall at ~107,000 miles, but failure reoccurred 1.5 months later.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). Honda stated parts would not be available until late 2024 and were only available to customers who had already experienced a failure. Dealers unable to perform repair without parts in stock.
Difficulty starting and hesitation during acceleration
Vehicle is hard to start and hesitates or surges during acceleration at various speeds. No warning light. Condition persists after dealer service (transmission fluid flush attempted).
When: 1,000 miles, 9,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Difficulty or hard start on cold or regular ignition; Vehicle hesitates while driving at various speeds; Vehicle surges or lunges forward during acceleration; No warning light illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: Transmission fluid flush performed at dealer but did not resolve issue. Condition attributed to same recall campaign but not repaired due to parts unavailability.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000. Manufacturer made aware but no repair assistance provided pending parts availability.
Loss of motive power and transmission shifting anomalies
Vehicle loses all motive power and stalls; instrument panel displays anomalous transmission messages (shifts into neutral, prompts to shift to park). Vehicle may not respond to restart attempts without opening/closing door multiple times.
When: 34,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden loss of automotive power while driving; Instrument panel shows unexpected neutral shift; Message 'shift to park' displayed on panel; Vehicle requires multiple door open/close cycles to restart; Vehicle deceleration and lunge forward acceleration at various speeds
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer confirmed recall parts unavailable; no diagnostic performed.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 23V858000. Parts unavailable at time of complaint.
Fuel-saving feature malfunction (idle-stop)
Idle-stop fuel-saving feature activates at stop light but vehicle fails to restart when driver releases brake pedal. Manual restart required.
When: 32,400 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Idle-stop feature activates unexpectedly at stop light; Vehicle will not restart automatically after release of brake pedal; Manual restart required to continue driving
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer unable to determine cause.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; no specific response documented.
Abnormal ticking sound from engine
Abnormal ticking noise heard from engine on several start attempts. Cannot be replicated during dealer diagnostics.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Abnormal ticking sound on vehicle startup; Occurs on multiple start attempts
Repairs/costs cited: Not repaired; failure could not be replicated by dealer.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified. No repair performed.
Synthesized from 24 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel system, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact…
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution…
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart however, the failure recurred. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle…
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2019 Honda Passport?
It's a meaningful issue. 24 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,200.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Across the 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most fuel system failures cluster between 31,000 and 44,700 miles, with the median around 34,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 31,000; a quarter make it past 44,700. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Honda/Passport.
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