2021 Honda Passport: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2021 Honda Passport? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 124 complaints, with Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB as the top reported area.
2021 Honda Passport Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2021 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.
2021 Honda Passport Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2021 Honda PASSPORT SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
17.4% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
17.4% 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 2021 Honda Passport has 124 owner complaints, 10 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Passport
- Model year
- 2021
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 124
- Crash-related complaints
- 10
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
- Reliability signal
- Severe 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 2021 Honda Passport Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Brake System
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Brake System, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2021 Honda Passport?
The 2021 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 2021 Honda Passport
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake, electrical, and transmission systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake, electrical, and transmission systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2021 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
Complaints for the 2021 Honda Passport are concentrated in the Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system, with additional reports in brake, electrical, transmission, and engine categories. The data suggests a recurring theme of advanced driver-assistance system issues, though the confidence level is low due to limited model-year coverage.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB accounts for the highest number of complaints among all components.
- Brake System, Electrical Faults, and Transmission/Drivetrain each have a similar number of complaints.
- Crash-related complaints are relatively few compared to total complaints.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
- Brake System
- Electrical Faults
All 2021 Honda Passport Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Honda Passport. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 45 | 4 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 21 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 21 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 21 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 20 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 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 2021 Honda Passport. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Driving to work in normal speeds and conditions. The emergency braking enabled and slammed on the brakes to my car - despite there being no threat or need. The brake was with such force that I jerked forward. This is the third time this has happened with this car in the past we…
I bought my car in 2021. Two weeks ago 4-5 dashboard signs came up on my screen. I contacted local dealer and they said they need nearly $3000 to fix it. I told them it’s a safety issue and they refused to budge. I complained to Honda through X and they refused to help me. They a…
I purchased a used 2021 Passport the end of May 2025. While driving, the 'collision mitigation braking system' or CMBS would activate the braking system and would intermittently just brake, causing panic for not only myself, but I'm sure drivers behind me for suddenly braking w…
After having constant issues with the idle stop and the car alarm going off in the middle of the night and day for no apparent reason I took it to the dealer to get it fixed. After supposedly fixing the idle stop, about two weeks later I was going up a ramp during a heavy traffic…
During an oil change my magnetic drain plug was caked with magnetic gray material with specks of silver flake in it. This oil change has 6142 miles on it. I am concerned because my passport was built in Sept of 2020 right at the transition of the previously recalled j35 motors we…
Auto idle malfunctioned. At a stop light the engine turned off and it took 5 minutes to restart the engine. No warning lights or messages appeared before it happened. Had the PGM-Fl Idle stop software update done 9/16/23 at 17,582 miles. Took to dealer they could not re create , …
One day the lights just started flashing. Took to dealer and was told that someone must have backed into me and would be about $2500 to replace the camera (which is behind the windshield). Occasionally it will function but clearly seems to be a malfunction. In research online the…
WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MERGE ONTO A SECONDARY ROAD AFTER EXITING THE INTERSTATE ENGINE POWER WASNT THERE AND THE CAR FELT AS IT WAS GOING TO EVENTUALLY JUST DIE. THIS HAPPENED WHEN THE CAR HAD BEEN DRIVEN OVER 50 MILES, SO IT WAS AT OPERATING TEMP.. REMOVING FOOT OFF THE THROTTLE AN…
During a winter storm in approximately 10°F weather, my vehicle became immobilized due to a no-start condition. The starter initially engaged and cranked the engine several times, then failed and would only free-spin without turning the engine. After this occurred, the vehicle co…
Was driving 47 mph at 12:35 EST on a clear sunny day and car braked automatically. No car in front of me.
During a normal drive we came to a stoplight, seconds after stopping, an emissions alert displayed along with transmission and VSA (I think). Upon seeing these codes I began to drive into a gas station and the vehicle barely moved with little power. We were able to park about 4…
Vehicle has been having AIS issues for a couple of years, requiring new batteries, new starter/relays and countless internal computer updates (none of which have helped btw...). This morning she had the AIS engaged, went to turn left at a green light and when she released the bra…
SRS warning light came on. Diagnostic found Code U3000-49 Internal Failure of the SRS unit-Seat weight sensors on front passenger seat Front seat lower frame/rail required replacement and was completed by the dealer at my out of pocket cost. This vehicle was not included in the H…
Car slammed on brakes while on interstate, the system likes to say brake, brake, brake, when there is nothing to brake for but a few days ago it actually took action and slammed on brakes on the freeway.
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle vibrated abnormally and drove roughly. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to …
No incident has occurred. However, my concern is that a recall was issued on February 1, 2024 (NHTSA Recall Number 24V-064), and as of October 31, 2025, Honda is still stating that parts are not available to complete the repair. I first contacted Honda in March 2025—over a year …
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Passport. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with th…
To preface: All of these issues only occur when the engine idle feature is on. I have not experienced any of these problems when the feature is off. Question #1: When I release the brake with the engine idle on, the vehicle will sometimes completely shut off. When this happens, …
I own the 2021 Honda Passport (Touring). On numerous occasions while making left or right turns. The truck will decelerate by itself, and the engine will rev up and the RPM increase but the truck fails to respond when the accelerator pedal is depressed. I continue to press the a…
CMBS (Collision Mitigation Braking System) Problem
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2021 Honda Passport.
2021 Honda Passport Recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2021 Honda Passport. 5 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.
2021 Honda Passport Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2021 Honda Passport reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 124 owner complaints, 10 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2021 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 2021 Honda Passport?▾
#1: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (45 complaints). #2: Brake System (21 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (21 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2021 Honda Passport?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2021 Honda Passport?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2021 Honda Passport, NHTSA complaints include 10 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 124 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2021 Honda Passport have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2021 Honda Passport. A major recall area is VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR. 5 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 2021 Honda Passport?▾
The 2021 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 Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB 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.