2026 HONDA PASSPORT Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2026 Honda Passport. This model year has 23 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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Worst 2026 Honda Passport Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Uncategorized Issues
Steering Defects
Seat-Related Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2026 Honda Passport. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2026 Honda Passport. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 23 most recent complaints
Only 4200 miles and receiving TT04 error which appears, from social media, has been ignored by Honda or just no fix and any fix by the dealer would be temporary. Very disappointed, Honda has always been my car of choice. My dealer is not convenient to me, especially if I have to …
So when I turn the steering wheel to the left it sticks on the return to front position. I thought it was the safety features but I turned off everything I could and it still does it. It’s a little scary . I just brought the car if for an inspection to the dealer and they said ev…
Tailgate glass shattered spontaneously
The front seats on our new 2026 Honda Passport Elite are extremely uncomfortable. To the point of actually being painful. It feels like there is something towards the back of the seat where you sit that is bulging. It puts considerable discomfort and pain on the pelvic floor o…
I am on my second 2026 Honda Passport. The first one was taken to dealership 6 times (once at red rock Honda in Colorado and 5 times at Cleo bay in Texas) for a failed part in the steering wheel. The airbag and other parts were replaced and would fail again afterward. I had to re…
The lane keep assist steers like a drunk person. On Interstate 15 at 75 mph, the LKAS steers into other lanes even on a straight road. At 45 mph, when going around a mild curve, it may keep going in a curve when the road straightens out, and steer towards opposing traffic. At 30 …
Using the cruise control with or without hands free on it keeps warning to put your hands on the wheel but your hands are on the wheel so it turns everything off Took to dealer said everything is to spec It happens every minute and a half you have to shake wheel for it to reg…
General Grabbers AT Driving center lane on clear highway. Tire had a complete sidewall blow out total separation of sidewall and tread. Almost lost control of vehicle. Brand new vehicle with only 400 miles on it. Location on the outside of the sidewall. We saved the tire if you w…
When AUTO climate control is enabled, the vehicle disables manually selected heated seat settings without driver consent. This requires repeated driver interaction to restore seat heat while driving. AUTO climate should regulate fan speed and airflow only, not override manual se…
After maybe an hour of driving, the driver's seat becomes uncomfortable to the point that my left buttocks and leg become sore and numb, causing me to have to continually shift positions and adjust the seat while driving. I feel this creates an unsafe driving habit. I am now …
I was in my 2026 Honda Passport with ~450 miles driven at time of incident, 1445EST on 14 October 2025. I was driving ~58MPH down a road in Columbia County, GA. I was on a straightaway with no bends/turns. There were no obstructions on the road, no oncoming traffic, and no vehicl…
My 2026 Passport has severe transmission issues that the dealership and Honda North America are not acknowledging. The shifts are harsh at any speed. The downshifts (especially from 40-0 mph) are consistently violent and jerky. I cannot drive this car smoothly enough to keep my n…
This is not an accident but a could contribute to an accident. the drivers seat on the 2026 Honda passport is extremely difficult to sit in more than 30 mins. The fan ventilation "system" that is in the New 2026 passport can be felt and puts pressure in the pelvic floor and t…
Purchased a 2026 Honda Passport and driven approximately 1 month, 1000 miles. While going down the interstate, the panoramic sunroof exploded. Had the fabric cover not been closed, my children could have been seriously injured by shards of glass. We were able to safely pull over …
Driving around 40 miles an hour on interstate during torrential rain around 4 PM. Visibility was bad and could see about 30 feet ahead. Car automatically slammed on break (ADAS BRAKE Light came on) and came to an abrupt stop 2 or 3 times as a tried to get car moving again. Luc…
The contact owns a 2026 Honda Passport. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brakes were independently activated briefly, with the message “Brake” displayed. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not di…
Steering wheel makes clicking noises at low speeds when turning. Dealership was able to replicate the noise and diagnosed as bad coil reel. The coil reel was replaced and the problem persists. Informed by dealer that there’s nothing more they can do.
The engine suffered a failure of the connecting rod bearings and wrist pin or pins. It necessitated a short block replacement
It’s not an incident. Looking out The windshield has a slight distortion, that looking through it, it seems like looking through a low grade prescription glasses. I have reported it to the dealership and they took note of it and mentioned that they will check it. In terms of s…
Tiny rock hit windshield and immediately cracked the windshield a foot long. Driver side internal upper Door panel foam seems to have blistered and created bubbles/hump.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2026 Honda Passport.
Recalls for 2026 Honda Passport
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2026 Honda Passport. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2026 Honda Passport — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2026 Honda Passport reliable?▾
Good Record. The 2026 Honda Passport has 23 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Honda Passport?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints). #2: Steering Defects (4 complaints). #3: Seat-Related Issues (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2026 Honda Passport?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2026 Honda Passport?▾
The 2026 Honda Passport has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 23 total NHTSA complaints. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2026 Honda Passport have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2026 Honda Passport in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2026 Honda Passport?▾
The 2026 Honda Passport has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Uncategorized Issues issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
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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