2019 Honda Passport Reliability Report

NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 23, 2026

Honda's own two-row SUV, built in Alabama. Not the same car as the 2000–2002 Passport.

Avoid

Ranks 6th of the 6 years of the 2019–2026 Passport we score.

Owner complaints: 281; 18 are recall notices
Per 10,000 cars: 61.0; 43,109 made for the U.S.
Vs the average car: 2.8×; same age, 1× is average
Serious outcomes: 127; crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
Recalls: 10
NHTSA crash rating: 5★; overall, out of 5

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Should You Buy the 2019 Honda Passport?

We would look at other years first. Our reliability score for the 2019 Honda Passport is 59 out of 100, which rates Avoid. Owners reported about 2.8 times as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 6th of the 6 years of the 2019–2026 Passport we score.

The most reported problem is auto idle stop, mostly the car not starting (55 of 281 complaints). Owners also complain about the screen and audio and automatic emergency braking. 127 of the 281 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.

It has 10 recalls. Honda also offers two warranty extensions that may still apply, for problems with the audio system and engine. NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. For comparison, the 2020 scores 63.

Before you buy, check that the recalls were done, ask a Honda dealer about warranty extension 21-012 and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.

Pros

No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
5-star NHTSA overall crash rating
2 Honda warranty extensions may cover repairs

Cons

About 2.8 times the problems of the average car its age
More complaints than average about major systems in the last two years
Auto idle stop system: the car not starting55 complaints
Screen and audio: works on and off39 complaints

How the 2019 Passport Earned Its Score

Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score

Score breakdown
Item	Vs average	Points lost
Starting score		100
Serious problems127 complaints · average car: about 42	3.0×	−16
Everyday problems136 complaints · average car: about 58	2.3×	−6
Problems in the last two years34 complaints · average car: about 22	1.5×	−11
Recalls10 recalls · average car: about 5.0	1.7×	−8
Score		59

Each part shows two counts: this year's so far, and what an average car would have at the same age. For complaints, that average car was made in the same number as this one. “Vs average” compares the two counts, but in our scoring system we first add a little to both, so a few complaints cannot swing the result. That is why it is not simply one count divided by the other. The last two years count only complaints about five systems: the engine and fuel system, transmission, brakes, steering, and airbags and seat belts.

What Owners Report

We read all 281 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Honda Passport, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first. A complaint that describes more than one problem is counted under each, so the counts add up to more than 281.

Auto idle stop system: the car not starting
55 complaints (20%)
The car not starting, stalling and the system not working when needed. 53 of these 55 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. In 17 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 12 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 21,000 miles.
Screen and audio: works on and off
39 complaints (14%)
Problems that come and go, a feature that stopped working and locking up. In 5 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 3 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 4,000 miles.
Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead
37 complaints (13%)
Hard braking with nothing ahead and the system acting on its own. 18 of these 37 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden braking. In 14 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 10 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 3,000 miles.
Instrument cluster: works on and off
22 complaints (8%)
Problems that come and go, a feature that stopped working and wrong readings. Median mileage when it started: about 4,000 miles.
Transmission: failure or loss of drive
21 complaints (7%)
Failure or loss of drive, harsh or delayed shifts and a loss of power. 16 of these 21 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. In 6 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 3 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 42,000 miles.
Driver-assist camera and radar failure
18 complaints (6%)
A failure and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 76,000 miles.
Forward collision warning: the system acting on its own
9 complaints (3%)
The system acting on its own. Median mileage when it started: about 4,000 miles.
Loss of power (cause not stated)
9 complaints (3%)
A loss of power and surging. 8 of these 9 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. In 4 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem, and in 3 it came back after a repair. Median mileage when it started: about 39,000 miles.
Stall (cause not stated)
9 complaints (3%)
Stalling. 8 of these 9 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 38,000 miles.
Several warning lights at once
8 complaints (3%)
Warning lights. Median mileage when it started: about 28,000 miles.
Rearview camera: distorted image
8 complaints (3%)
Distorted image, a feature that stopped working and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 50,000 miles.
Noise (cause not stated)
7 complaints (2%)
Unusual noises. Median mileage when it started: about 5,000 miles.
Sunroof glass (shattered): shattering or cracking
7 complaints (2%)
Shattering or cracking. 1 of these 7 complaints describes a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 4,000 miles.
Adaptive cruise control: hard braking with nothing ahead
6 complaints (2%)
Hard braking with nothing ahead, speed rose above the set speed and a feature that stopped working. 3 of these 6 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden braking. Median mileage when it started: about 8,000 miles.
Interior trim: sticking or stiffness
6 complaints (2%)
Sticking or stiffness, loose and parts breaking or coming apart. Median mileage when it started: about 4,000 miles.

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Tires: a leak
6 complaints (2%)
A leak, damage and blowout. 1 of these 6 complaints describes a serious outcome. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem. Median mileage when it started: about 22,000 miles.
12V battery failure
5 complaints (2%)
A failure that needed a new part. 2 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving.
Brakes: a hard pedal or less assist
5 complaints (2%)
A hard pedal or less assist, locking up and a failure. 3 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. Median mileage when it started: about 3,000 miles.
Engine: stalling
5 complaints (2%)
Stalling, unusual noises and a loss of power. 3 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start. In 3 complaints, the dealer could not find or fix the problem.
Headlights failure
5 complaints (2%)
A failure, water leaking in and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 2,000 miles.
Side blind zone alert: warning lights
5 complaints (2%)
Warning lights, the system not working when needed and the system acting on its own. 1 of these 5 complaints describes a serious outcome.
Car not starting (cause not stated)
5 complaints (2%)
The car not starting and hard starting. 3 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start.
Phone and navigation: stopped working
4 complaints (1%)
A feature that stopped working and problems that come and go. Median mileage when it started: about 2,000 miles.
Shifter or park: not releasing
4 complaints (1%)
Not releasing, the car rolling away and sticking or stiffness. All 4 describe a serious outcome, most often being stranded.
Battery drain: draining the battery
3 complaints (1%)
Draining the battery.
Engine failure
3 complaints (1%)
A failure. All 3 describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving.
Exterior trim: loose
3 complaints (1%)
Loose.
Fuel pump failure
3 complaints (1%)
A failure. All 3 describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving.
Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
3 complaints (1%)
A loss of power, harsh acceleration and hesitation. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving.
Power liftgate: the system acting on its own
3 complaints (1%)
The system acting on its own and does not stop on resistance. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 6,000 miles.
A/C: stopped working
2 complaints (under 1%)
A feature that stopped working.
Airbags: no deployment in a crash
2 complaints (under 1%)
No deployment in a crash.
Check engine light (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
Warning lights.
CV axles: parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (under 1%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and a leak.
Engine sensors or computer failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure.
Frame or structure: rust or corrosion
2 complaints (under 1%)
Rust or corrosion and loose bolts.
Key fob: wrong readings
2 complaints (under 1%)
Wrong readings and problems that come and go. 1 of these 2 complaints describes a serious outcome: a car that would not start.
Starter failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure and early wear.
Steering: loss of steering control
2 complaints (under 1%)
Loss of steering control and a failure that needed a new part.
Unintended acceleration (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
Sudden acceleration.
Vibration (cause not stated)
2 complaints (under 1%)
Vibration or shudder.
Wiring, fuses or body control module failure
2 complaints (under 1%)
A failure.

Reported Once (20)

Show the 20 problems reported once

Airbag warning light
Uneven tire wear: early wear
Brake calipers: parts breaking or coming apart
Door latches: stopped working
Engine overheating
Fuel filler door: parts breaking or coming apart
Fumes in cabin (cause not stated)
Heater: unusual noises
Hood latch: wrong readings
Lane keeping assist
Mirrors: works on and off
Alarm system: the system acting on its own
Anti-theft system: works on and off
Lane departure warning
Parking collision warning
Paint and rust: damage
Rear window glass: shattering or cracking
Side or curtain airbags: deployment with no crash
Timing belt: a leak
Transmission computer failure

How the 2019 Honda Passport Compares With Other Years

The other Passport years of the 3rd generation, 2019 to 2025, and the year just after it.

Year	Rating	Score	Vs average	Per 10k cars	Recalls	Most reported problem
2026	Too new	–	–	9.7	1	Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead
2025	Provisional 49	–	–	22.9	0	Auto idle stop system: the car not starting
2024	Good	71	1.0×	7.5	1	Brakes failure
2023	Good	72	0.77×	8.8	5	Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead
2022	Caution	68	1.1×	14.9	4	Starter: the car not starting
2021	Caution	66	1.4×	22.4	7	Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead
2020	Caution	63	1.7×	35.7	10	Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead
2019 This year	Avoid	59	2.8×	61.0	10	Auto idle stop system: the car not starting

See every Passport year

2019 Honda Passport Recalls

Ten recalls cover the 2019 Honda Passport. The most recent was issued in June 2026: “Rear Suspension Components May Fail.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows which are still open on a given car.

Rear Suspension Components May Fail
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 26V365000 Recall report (PDF)Issued Jun 4, 2026.
Air Bags May Deploy Unintentionally During a Crash
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA 26V332000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued May 21, 2026.
Fuel Pump May Fail, December 2023
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 23V858000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Dec 18, 2023. By the second quarter of 2026, 73% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Rearview Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA 23V431000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 15, 2023. By the first quarter of 2026, 87% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Hood May Open While Driving
A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 21V932000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Nov 29, 2021. By the fourth quarter of 2023, 87% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Fuel Pump May Fail, March 2021
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 21V215000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 25, 2021. By the first quarter of 2023, 90% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.

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Tire Failure May Cause Sudden Air Loss
Overcured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation, which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA 21V165000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Mar 11, 2021. By the first quarter of 2023, 80% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Instrument Panel Software Incorrect/FMVSS 101/111
Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 20V439000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jul 28, 2020. By the second quarter of 2022, 92% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Delayed or Inoperative Rearview Camera/FMVSS 111
A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 20V440000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jul 28, 2020. By the second quarter of 2022, 96% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Incomplete Body Welding
In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may provide inadequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of an injury.
NHTSA 19V784000 Recall report (PDF)Issued Oct 31, 2019. By the first quarter of 2020, 100% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.

2019 Honda Passport Warranty Extensions and Programs

Honda has two warranty extensions and one service campaign for the 2019 Honda Passport, separate from its recalls. They are for problems with the engine and audio system. Whether one applies to a car depends on its VIN, which a Honda dealer can check.

Warranty extensionHonda 21-012
Audio and display network connectors (speaker popping, no audio)
The problem:
A loose connection in the audio and display network can cause speaker popping or crackling, no audio, a Network Loss message or display problems.
The fix:
A Honda dealer replaces the network connectors for free.
Who qualifies:
The car must show the symptoms, and the Honda dealer must find they come from the network connectors. The VIN must show as eligible.
Coverage:
5 years or 60,000 miles from the original purchase date, whichever comes first.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Warranty extensionHonda 23-009
Engine not restarting after auto idle stop (valves and starter)
The problem:
After the car stops with auto idle stop on, the engine may not restart by itself. The cause is too much cylinder pressure or low cranking torque.
The fix:
A Honda dealer adjusts the valves and replaces the starter and starter relays for free.
Who qualifies:
The earlier software update 23-008 must be done first if it applies. Repairs must relate to this no restart problem. Coverage passes to later owners. The VIN must show as eligible.
Coverage:
10 years from the original purchase date, with no mileage limit for these repairs.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)
Service campaignHonda 23-008
Auto idle stop software update
The problem:
After the car stops with auto idle stop on, the engine may not restart by itself. The driver must select Park and push the engine start/stop button.
The fix:
A Honda dealer installs an engine control software update.
Who qualifies:
The car's VIN must show the update as open. Honda dealers must update affected new or used cars before selling them.
Coverage:
No time or mileage limit is given. Ask a Honda dealer whether this applies to the car's VIN.
Honda's bulletin (PDF)

2019 Honda Passport NHTSA Investigations

NHTSA has opened three investigations that cover the 2019 Honda Passport. Two are still open and one other has closed.

Automatic emergency braking activating by mistake in Insights and Passports
Closed
NHTSA's preliminary evaluation, opened in March 2024, looked at automatic emergency braking activating with nothing ahead in 2019-2022 Insights and Passports. Honda said some owners may not understand the system's limits. NHTSA reviewed 475 reports, with 3 alleging a crash and 2 an injury. In January 2025 it upgraded the case to engineering analysis EA25-002, adding 2023 Passports.
NHTSA PE24008 Opening report (PDF)Closing report (PDF)Mar 7, 2024 to Jan 17, 2025
Unwanted automatic emergency braking in Insights and Passports
Still open
NHTSA's engineering analysis, opened in January 2025, covers automatic emergency braking that activates with nothing in the way. It applies to 2019-2022 Insights and 2019-2023 Passports. NHTSA reviewed 475 reports, with 3 alleging a crash and 2 an injury. Many complaints say dealers could not reproduce the problem or called it normal. The case is still open.
NHTSA EA25002 Opening report (PDF)Open since Jan 17, 2025
Engines failing to restart after automatic idle stop
Still open
NHTSA's engineering analysis, opened in March 2025, looks at engines that fail to restart after automatic idle stop shuts them off at a light. It lists 2016-2025 Pilots and 2018-2025 Odysseys, plus Passports and Ridgelines. Honda issued service bulletins and a 10-year warranty on some parts. Owners still report failures after the fixes. The case is still open.
NHTSA EA25004 Opening report (PDF)Open since Mar 26, 2025

NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for this model year. See the 2019 Passport ratings on NHTSA.gov.

SUV FWD and SUV AWD

Overall5/5

Frontal crash4/5

Side crash5/5

Rollover4/5

Check Before You Buy

A checklist for the 2019 Passport, from its ten recalls, two Honda warranty extensions that may still apply and the problems owners report most.

Confirm the Recalls Were Done

Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.

Rear Suspension Components May Fail NHTSA 26V365000
Air Bags May Deploy Unintentionally During a Crash NHTSA 26V332000
Fuel Pump May Fail, December 2023 NHTSA 23V858000
Rearview Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA 23V431000
Hood May Open While Driving NHTSA 21V932000
Look up the VIN at NHTSA to see all 10 recalls and which are still open.

Ask a Honda Dealer

Ask whether each of these warranty extensions applies to this VIN, and whether the work was done.

21-012: audio and display network connectors (speaker popping, no audio)
23-009: engine not restarting after auto idle stop (valves and starter)

On the Test Drive

Test the screen, audio and phone connection for freezing or rebooting.
Watch for sudden braking or steering with nothing ahead, and ask whether the driver-assist software updates were done.
Accelerate gently from a stop and again at 20 to 40 mph. Shudder, slipping or harsh shifts are warning signs. Ask for the transmission fluid records.

Ask the Seller

Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.

Auto idle stop
Screen and audio
Automatic emergency braking
Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.

Before You Pay

Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.

What to do next

All Passport Years →Best years and years to avoid, side by side.Compare With Other Years →Put up to four model years side by side.Find Warranty Extensions →Repairs Honda may still cover for this year.Decode a VIN →Confirm the exact year, engine and trim of a car.