CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Honda Passport has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (49 reports).
2020 Honda Passport recalls
Rear subframe corrosion can cause suspension failure and loss of control
Corrosion can develop where the rear subframe attaches to the suspension, weakening the mounting points.
Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash
A front passenger seat weight sensor can crack and short circuit, which may cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Passenger Airbag May Deploy or Fail to Suppress
A front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, so the system may not switch off the passenger airbag as intended.
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk
A faulty connector in the MOST communication coaxial cable can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the display.
Side mirror glass can detach, reducing rear visibility
Heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, so the mirror glass can come loose and detach from the housing.
Tires May Fail Suddenly, Risking Loss of Vehicle Control
Some tires on these Honda Passport and Pilot vehicles may have been cured for too long during manufacturing.
Instrument panel and rearview camera may fail to display
The instrument panel software in these Honda vehicles can be incorrect.
Rearview camera may lag or fail to display
Incorrect software programming in the central network can cause errors that delay or prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the display.
Vehicle Label May Fade, Hiding Weight Limits and Crash Risk
Some 2020 Honda Passport and Pilot vehicles may have a certification label printed with ink that can be wiped away with a solvent.
Most common 2020 Honda Passport problems
Problem areas named in the 105 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 49 |
| Electrical System | 33 |
| Engine | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Lane Departure | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several warning lights illuminated, and the message that the safety features were deactivated was displayed on the instrument panel. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered a discount on the repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failure in the camera for the safety features. The failure mileage was 75,000.
My 2020 Honda Passport (approximately 52,000 miles) has experienced recurring Auto Idle Stop/engine restart failures in May 2023, November 2024, and October 2026, despite multiple repairs by an authorized Honda dealership. The latest incident occurred in October 2026, immediately after a routine state inspection. While stopped with my foot on the brake, the dashboard unexpectedly displayed "N" (Neutral) and instructed me to remove my foot from the accelerator, although I was not accelerating. The electronic gear selector would not respond, requiring me to turn off the vehicle. Shortly afterward, while stopped at a traffic light, the brake pedal became extremely stiff, and the engine would
I have a 2020 Honda passport elite with a 3.5L V6 J35Y6 with 108k miles on it which is similar to the engines that have been recalled in other models like the pilot, ridgeline, and odyssey, and I have researched multiple vehicles with a similar problem of spun rod bearings which has left metal debris in my engine. I have found hundreds of passports that have been reported with the same issue. My vehicle is currently sitting at the dealership and they said it needs a new engine due to this issue. My vehicle is not drivable until the engine is replaced. The dealership estimated a cost of over $5k.
The improperly designed or manufactured MOST coaxial cable can deform its terminals. This leads to intermittent connection losses between the audio display unit and the vehicle cable connector. If connection loss lasts for more than 20 seconds while the vehicle is in reverse, the rearview camera image fails to display. This increases the risk of a crash or injury. Honda issued a recall notice to replace with a new harness. The replacement did not fix the underlying problem. Our vehicle was ârepairedâ under the recall but the problem persisted. We were told by our local Honda dealership that we would need to replace the entire AV system to remediate the issue. We paid to have that work do
This is the third time that the Auto Idle Engine has caused an issue while driving. If I attempt to turn the system off at a stop light it will automatically force my car into neutral and will not allow me to put my car back into drive. I have to turn the car off completely which it also does NOT allow easily and takes several attempts while Iâm sitting in the middle of the road with my hazards on and praying I donât get rear ended! Once I finally get the car to turn off it then allows me to restart and drive again. This should not be happening and is very unsafe yet when I took it into Honda they couldnât replicate the issue so they said they couldnât fix it even though it is a very
2020 Honda Passport questions
Does the 2020 Honda Passport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2020 Honda Passport: Rear subframe corrosion can cause suspension failure and loss of control; Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash; Passenger Airbag May Deploy or Fail to Suppress; Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving; Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda Passport?
Based on 105 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (49), Electrical System (33), Engine (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Honda Passport has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.