Structure: frame and members
NewRisk. 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.
NHTSA has logged 66 owner complaints about the 2022 Honda Passport, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-458 the manufacturer reports only 84% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 6, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
66 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 14 | 0 |
| Engine | 12 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 12 | 0 |
| Power train | 11 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 14 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
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.
Risk. Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Risk. Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Honda.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Passport median. How we score
2022 Honda PASSPORT SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Honda Passport, and the recalls they led to.
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My 2022 Honda Passport EX-L began experiencing intermittent starting problems in July 2025, including hesitation and clicking sounds. The battery was replaced in July 2025, but the problem continued. The main safety concern involves the Idle Start Stop system. When the engine shuts off while…
The starter motor on my 2022 Honda Passport failed, causing a complete 'no-restart' condition after entering Auto Idle-Stop mode. The vehicle previously received the mandatory PGM-FI idle-stop software update under Honda Service Bulletin 23-008, proving that the software fix does not protect the…
I own a 2022 Honda Passport. The vehicle auto idle-stop system has failed to restart at a traffic light. The vehicle shuts down and eventually restarts after several manual attempts and was able to be driven again. Typically, the vehicle stops in the middle of the road at the stop light and the…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.