2001 Honda Passport recalls and problems

The 2001 Honda Passport has 3 safety recalls and 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
134
Crashes / fires
10 / 0
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Honda Passport vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Honda Passport recalls

Recall 10V-436: Suspension

Reported Sep 22, 2010 · 149,992 vehicles affected · ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA

Problem: Isuzu is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 isuzu rodeo and model year 2002 isuzu axiom vehicles, and honda is recalling certain 1998-2002 honda passport vehicles, that were originally sold, or are currently registered, in the states of maine, new hampshire, vermont, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new jersey, pennsylvania, delaware, maryland, the district of columbia, west virginia, ohio, indiana, michigan, illinois, wisconsin, minnesota, iowa, missouri, and kentucky. Vehicles that have experienced sustained exposure to highly corrosive materials used in some jurisdictions for road deicing purposes may experience excessive corrosion in the vicinity of the forward mounting point bracket for the left or right rear suspension lower link prior to the time that such corrosion would normally be expected.

Risk: Excessive corrosion may result in the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket becoming detached from the frame, which can affect vehicle handling and potentially cause a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear suspension lower link bracket area. For vehicles in which little or no corrosion is found, the area will be treated with an anti-corrosive compound. For vehicles in which corrosion has damaged the rear suspension lower link bracket and affected its connection to the vehicle frame, a reinforcement bracket will be installed. In the rare event the corrosion is so severe that the reinforcement bracket remedy would not be appropriate, a repurchase offer will be extended to the vehicle's owner. All inspections and remedies will be provided free of charge for vehicles that are 10 years old or less. For vehicles older than 10 years, isuzu will offer a free remedy, but only if the vehicle is presented to an isuzu service facility, or honda dealer (As applicable), dealer within 12 months of when owner notifications were issued. The safety recall began on december 10, 2010. Isuzu owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727. Honda owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Recall 02V-213: Air Bags

Reported Aug 9, 2002 · 5 vehicles affected · AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the passenger-side air bag inflator modules were manufactured and shipped without a necessary component known as a check valve pin.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the air bag will not inflate properly or sufficiently resulting in an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger side air bag. Owner notification began august 7, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Recall 01V-055: Air Bags

Reported Feb 22, 2001 · 3 vehicles affected · ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED

Problem: Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles were built with the inflators in the passenger side air bag modules having the wrong amount of generant.

Risk: In the event of a crash that would trigger a passenger air bag deployment, too much generant can cause the inflator module to explode. If the air bag module explodes, metal and plastic debris could cause severe injury to vehicle occupants.

Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger side air bag unit.

2001 Honda Passport problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure70
Suspension34
Vehicle Speed Control12
Fuel System, Gasoline8
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
Power Train6
Engine and Engine Cooling5
Unknown or Other5
Seat Belts3
Air Bags3
Tires2
Visibility1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Frame and Members — 54
  • Suspension › Rear — 24
  • Structure › Body — 7
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 5
  • Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields — 4
  • Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage — 3
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 3
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 3

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 101,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Honda Passport complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 107,000 miles · reported Oct 5, 2023
The contact owns a 2001 Honda Passport. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle started shaking abnormally. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle had been diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the rear sub frame was extremely rusted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to replace the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.
Unknown or Other · at 97,000 miles · reported Dec 2, 2019
It's a recall on my honda passport 2001 10v436000-bracket corrodes and detaches pearson honda said they didn't see a recall in there system they have 3 recalls
Vehicle Speed Control · at 250,000 miles · reported Dec 8, 2016
Got into vehicle and started it up. Put into reverse and the engine revved up and shot backwards very fast. While applying pressure to the brake it had no effect until slamming into the house that was across the street.
Structure · at 122,000 miles · reported Feb 4, 2016
The contact owns a 2001 honda passport. When the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an oil change, the technician noted that the entire frame underneath the vehicle was rusted. The technician stated that the failure, if not remedied, would cause the fuel tank to detach from the vehicle. The contact stated that the service engine light was illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000. The VIN was not provided.
Structure · at 122,000 miles · reported Feb 4, 2016
My husband and I bought this vehicle a few days ago. Today he took it in to get a tune up and oil change. When the mechanic had the car lifted he recognized a significant amount of cracks/rust frame. The plastic gas tank is about to fall out of the metal casing that surrounds it, it is almost completely ate away. There is also a frame crack due to rust on the passenger rear frame behind the rear tire. The mechanic advised that we not continue to drive this car until the issue has been resolved due to our safety. We found some information on a recall pertaining to the same problems that were…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Honda Passport have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Honda Passport: 10V-436 (suspension), 02V-213 (air bags), 01V-055 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Honda Passport?

Owners report structure problems most often (70 reports), followed by suspension (34). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 101,000 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.