Honda Passport problems
55 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2022 Honda Passport? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- electrical — 11 owner reports · tends to show around 64,050 mi · ~$850 to fix
- powertrain — 8 owner reports · ~$2,500 to fix
- brakes — 7 owner reports · tends to show around 16,167 mi · ~$450 to fix
- cruise control — 3 owner reports · tends to show around 77,000 mi · ~$600 to fix
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 8.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 5 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
The vehicle pulls to the right and the steering is loose. The vehicle has only 20000 miles on it and this was not how it was originally delivered but developed over a short time. The dealer said they find nothing wrong but I know that is not a correct assesment but a method of…
The contact owns a 2022 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal depressed to the floor, and the vehicle moved forward. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local…
Vehicle was slowing down for a stoplight on a freeway frontage road and the vehicle died. Not able to attempt to start vehicle or put it in neutral. Dealer replaced battery.
Vehicle has a delayed response to accelerate as if the transmission doesn’t want to shift or missing the next up shift. Starting from a stop position you have to press further down on the accelerator to get the vehicle to move which could lead you to accident either hit someone…
Estimate your repair exposure
Drag to your current mileage. Numbers are derived from this vehicle's complaint history.
Under investigation 2 open at NHTSA
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA25004 on NHTSA →
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA25002 on NHTSA →
How NHTSA investigations work, and what's open now →
Common questions
Is the 2022 Honda Passport reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Honda Passport is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2022 Honda Passport?
On the NHTSA data, the 2022 Honda Passport does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2022 Honda Passport?
Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 11 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 64,050 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2022 Honda Passport a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 55 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 64,050 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2022 Honda Passport?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 11 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 64,050 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 64,050 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Honda Passport has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Honda Passport?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 55 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.