2021 Honda Passport VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2021 Honda Passport has good reliability. There are 5 recalls and 119 owner complaints on file for the 2021 Honda Passport. Severity signals include 10 crash-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Power Train (21), Forward Collision Avoidance (20), Electrical System (19).
Passport reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2021 Honda Passport issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Power Train21
- Forward Collision Avoidance20
- Electrical System19
- Service Brakes15
- Engine8
- Unknown Or Other5
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2021 Honda Passport
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Test Auto Idle Stop system for stalling and restart issues
- Check forward collision avoidance system for false activations
- Inspect brake rotors for warping and steering wheel shaking
- Verify transmission shifts smoothly, especially between 4th and 5th gear
- Ensure engine does not exhibit knocking sounds at low RPMs
- Confirm all safety systems are operational, including airbags and seat belt sensors
- Check for any outstanding recalls and verify completion
2021 Passport recalls (5)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2021 Passport. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- AIR BAGSNHTSA 24V064000Feb 1, 2024
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Consequence: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 23V858000Dec 18, 2023
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICNHTSA 23V458000Jun 29, 2023
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. The tie rod fastener that connects the brake booster and the brake master cylinder may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake master cylinder to separate from the booster assembly.
Consequence: Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 23V431000Jun 15, 2023
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EEL, ZEM, and SFC.
- VISIBILITYNHTSA 23V174000Mar 16, 2023
Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2020-2022 Passport and Odyssey vehicles. The heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, allowing the mirror glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both left and right side-view mirrors, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FE5.
Used-market value
2021 Honda Passport resale snapshot
Listing benchmarks establish a market range; trim, mileage, condition, title history and prior damage determine what one vehicle is worth.
2021 Honda Passport on the road
53,133 2021 Honda Passport units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2021 Honda Passport stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2021 Honda Passport
With an 81/100 reliability score versus a 74/100 segment average, the 2021 Honda Passport rates above average. That gap suggests a generally solid ownership outlook, with fewer reliability concerns than typical for the segment. As year three of this generation, the data points to a model that’s performing consistently rather than showing a late-cycle drop.
Complaint activity is not confined to a single system. The leading categories span powertrain, forward collision avoidance, electrical, and service brakes, indicating a broad spread across core mechanical systems and driver-assist electronics rather than one dominant weak point. Recall activity is elevated, which increases the amount of manufacturer-corrected risk to track in the model’s record.
Overall risk level: moderate-to-low, with above-average reliability but elevated recall exposure.
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2021 Honda Passport — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2021 Honda Passport reliable?
With an 81/100 reliability score versus a 74/100 segment average, the 2021 Honda Passport rates above average. That gap suggests a generally solid ownership outlook, with fewer reliability concerns than typical for the segment. As year three of this generation, the data points to a model that’s performing consistently rather than showing a late-cycle drop.
How many recalls does the 2021 Honda Passport have?
5 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2021 Honda Passport. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2021 Honda Passport problems?
The most-reported 2021 Honda Passport problem areas are: Power Train (21), Forward Collision Avoidance (20), Electrical System (19).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2021 Honda Passport?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2021 Honda Passport, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.