2019 Honda Passport: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2019 Honda Passport? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 264 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2019 Honda Passport Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2019 Honda Passport trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2019 Honda Passport Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2019 Honda Passport SUV FWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
16.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
16.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2019 Honda Passport has 264 owner complaints, 7 crash-related complaints, and 8 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Passport
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 264
- Crash-related complaints
- 7
- Safety recall campaigns
- 8
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 22
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 20 / 25
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2019 Honda Passport Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2019 Honda Passport?
The 2019 Honda Passport shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2019 Honda Passport
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical systems, including infotainment and sensors, for reported issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on electrical and engine components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect electrical systems, including infotainment and sensors, for reported issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on electrical and engine components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2019 Honda Passport, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The 2019 Honda Passport has 264 consumer complaints, with the highest volume in Electrical Faults (84), followed by Uncategorized Issues (52) and Engine Problems (49). Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (48) and Transmission/Drivetrain (25) also show notable complaint counts. Crash-related complaints are low at 7, but the overall confidence in this data is low due to limited model years and potential reporting biases.
- Electrical Faults account for the largest share of complaints (84) among the 2019 model year.
- Engine Problems (49) and Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (48) are also frequently reported.
- Transmission/Drivetrain (25) and Fuel System (24) complaints are present but less common.
- Electrical Faults
- Engine Problems
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
All 2019 Honda Passport Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Honda Passport. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 84 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 52 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 49 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 48 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 25 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 24 | 1 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 23 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 22 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 9 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 5 | 3 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Honda Passport. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The safety features connected to the camera and vehicle sensors have all stopped working. Every time I start my car, multiple lights come on and dashboard messages that cruise control, lane assist and collision prevention systems are not working. The dealership quoted me $2300 to…
04/10/2026 at around 8am and 04/14/2026 at around 7pm - At both times, car stopped at red light. Auto start-stop shut off car engine. When light turned green and stepped on gas, engine shut down and warning lights came on. Car was still in “drive.” Had to push “park” button …
MY 2019 HONDA PASSPORT WITH JUST OVER 100K MILES JUST HAD COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE CAR WAS RUNNING FINE AND HAS REGULARLY HAD RANDOM HARD SHIFTS SINCE THE DAY I GOT IT AND IVE BROUGHT THE ISSUE UP TO THE DEALER EVERY TIME IT IS BROUGHT IN FOR SERVICE. THEY ALWAYS TELL M…
I was traveling over HighwayXX headed toward [XXX] , traveling has seen a 50 miles an hour when my 2019 passport Auto braked without me putting my foot on the brake. when this happened, the Car Fish tailed towards the center divide, almost hit the cement divide, and I had to corr…
The part that malfunctioner is the auto start from stop. I was at the Park and XXX light In [XXX] . My car would not start after I got to the stoplight. The auto start did not work. Important to share, this happens at least two or three times a day in my vehicle. Many times when…
My instrument cluster lite up all kind of problems like road departures mitigation systems problems,transmission problems,brakes system problems,collision mitigation systems problems,auto high beams problems,lane keeping assist problems and adaptive cruise control problems.
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the transmission was shifting hard. The Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, transmission, and auto high beam warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, …
Even after recall repairs the vehicle continues to randomly display error messages with vehicle systems while driving. It has been cleared several times and battery changed but continues to return. This model has serious issues with the electrical components.
Every so often, while waiting at a light, once I try to press the gas, the car will stall and loses power. It takes me turning the car off and back on several times before getting the car to stay on and accelerate.
My Fuel pump recall was fixed on 06/17/2021 at 40543 Miles. On 12/8/22 at 56361 miles, my vehicle wouldn’t start and I got the battery replaced with the assumption that it was the battery. On 4/30/25 at 102,298 miles, I got my spark plugs replaced in hopes to resolve excessive cr…
Radio/Screen/Back-up camera do not turn on or turn off randomly and unexpectedly when driving. Usually receive a crackling sound and a MOST off network message before black screen. Upon initial start up of vehicle, a driver sets car to reverse relying and expecting a functional …
while driving the instrument panel went off for several seconds there is a recall for 2019 Passports for this issue but not my VIN
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH on the interstate, the instrument cluster briefly went blank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the instrument cluster and cable needed to be…
My vehicle has experienced multiple dangerous incidents where it shuts down or shifts into neutral while driving. This has happened on highways, tunnels, busy on-ramps and main streets. The car loses power and requires restarting, which takes about 30 seconds. On a busy highway o…
Front camera that is needed for all of the lane sensing, Cruise control, lane keep assist malfunctions. This camera is needed to operate all of these safety systems. I’ve seen many blogs with drivers saying they have a similar issue. The fix is $1800.
The lane keep assist camera internally faulted and intermittent tries to work but will immediately fault out. Lights will show for adaptive cruise, lane departure, and collision avoidance. Code shows internal fault and is shown in bulletin to replace. Happened begining of 2025 li…
Condensation has appeared inside the assembly with no visible signs of cracking or damage. Only one headlight is affected
At random times, the dashboard will show "BRAKE" repeatedly when there is nothing obstructing the road or any other vehicles nearby. We have also experienced at least a half dozen times when the car will flash that and engage the brakes stopping us in the middle of traffic. The…
Forward collision, Adaptive cruise control and all enhanced safety features related to the camera and front of vehicle sensor stopped working. Vehicle warning lights and messages do light up for every start. Only option has been to have a $2,500 repair bill for a 6 year old vehic…
I own a 2019 Honda Passport. There is a safety concern when it comes to THE IDLE STOP feature. If I do not immediately turn this feature off after starting the vehicle, the car will shut off at a traffic light and stall. It takes up to a minute for the vehicle and operator to …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Honda Passport.
2019 Honda Passport Recalls
8 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Honda Passport. 8 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2019 Honda Passport Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Honda Passport reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 264 owner complaints, 7 crash-related complaints, and 8 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2019 Honda Passport shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Honda Passport?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (84 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (52 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (49 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Honda Passport?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Honda Passport?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Honda Passport, NHTSA complaints include 7 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 264 total complaints. 5 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Honda Passport have any recalls?▾
Yes. 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Honda Passport. A major recall area is BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. 8 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2019 Honda Passport?▾
The 2019 Honda Passport shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Passport reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.