Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2019 Honda Passport
The 2019 Honda Passport has moderate recall and complaint frequencies, with notable issues in electrical systems and safety features. While there's a robust framework for resolution through recalls, potential buyers should remain vigilant during inspections and test drives to avoid unexpected issues.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2019 Honda Passport has 10 NHTSA recall campaigns and 282 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V365000 Rear Suspension Components May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #26V332000 Air Bags May Deploy Unintentionally During a Crash NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V858000 Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V431000 Rearview Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V932000 Hood May Open While Driving NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V215000 Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V165000 Tire Failure may Cause Sudden Air Loss NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V439000 Instrument Panel Software Incorrect/FMVSS 101/111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V440000 Delayed or Inoperative Rearview Camera/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V784000 Incomplete Body Welding NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 86 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 55 complaints
- Unknown or Other 55 complaints
- Engine 52 complaints
- Power Train 25 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 23 complaints
Of the 282 complaints on file, 7 report a crash; across all 282 complaints, owners report 5 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Rearview camera failure
How to check: Check if the rearview camera displays correctly.
Airbag sensor issues
How to check: Verify airbag warning lights are off.
Hood latch failure
How to check: Inspect hood latch integrity and operation.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for irregular engine noises.
Red flag: Rattling or knocking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for warning lights on the dashboard.
Red flag: Check engine or airbag light on
- 03
City driving
What to check: Test forward collision avoidance system.
Red flag: System fails to alert appropriately
- 04
Parking maneuvers
What to check: Engage the rearview camera check.
Red flag: Camera does not activate
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Monitor for engine response and power delivery.
Red flag: Sluggish acceleration or power loss
- 06
Brake test
What to check: Feel for smooth, consistent braking force.
Red flag: Vibrations or pedal pulsations
- 07
Steering test
What to check: Ensure steering is responsive and smooth.
Red flag: Wandering or pulling to one side
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the hood latch recall been addressed?
- Are there any electrical issues recently?
- What is the service history of this vehicle?
- Has the airbag system been inspected?
- Have all recalls been completed?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle service history
- Recall completion records
- Title and registration
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 Honda Passport at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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