2001 Honda Passport problems
The Honda Passport is a line of sport utility vehicles (SUV) from the Japanese automaker Honda. Originally, it was a badge engineered version of the Isuzu Rodeo, a mid-size SUV sold between 1993 and 2002. It was introduced in 1993 for the 1994 model year as Honda's first entry into the growing SUV market of the 1990s in the United States. The first and second generation Passport was manufactured by Subaru Isuzu Automotive in Lafayette, Indiana. Like various other Honda models, it re-used a name from their motorcycle division, the Honda C75 Passport. The other two name candidates were Elsinore and Odyssey, the latter would be re-used a year later on a minivan.
The Passport was a part of a partnership between Isuzu and Honda in the 1990s, which saw an exchange of passenger vehicles from Honda to Isuzu, such as the Isuzu Oasis, and trucks from Isuzu to Honda, such as the Passport and Acura SLX. This arrangement was convenient for both companies, as Isuzu discontinued passenger car production in 1993 after a corporate restructuring, and Honda was in desperate need of an SUV, a segment that was growing in popularity in North America as well as Japan during the 1990s. The partnership ended in 2002 with the discontinuation of the Passport in favor of the Honda-engineered Pilot.
In November 2018, Honda announced that the Passport nameplate would return as a two-row mid-size crossover SUV slotted between the CR-V and Pilot. The third-generation Passport was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show on November 27, 2018. It is built at Honda's factory in Lincoln, Alabama, and available for the 2019 model year.
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Common 2001 Honda Passport problems
The Honda Passport 2001 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners:
- Transmission Issues: Owners have reported problems with the automatic transmission on the 2001 Passport, particularly around the 100,000-mile mark. The transmission may struggle to shift into the correct gears, leading to power transfer issues to the wheels. This often necessitates a transmission rebuild or replacement to resolve the issue.
- No-Start Problems: The 2001 Honda Passport equipped with the 3.2L V6 engine has been known to experience no-start issues. When this occurs, the engine fails to turn over, although the accessories still function. Addressing this problem may involve replacing the battery and starter, but it's not always a guaranteed fix.
- Engine Knocking: Another issue reported by owners is engine knocking in the 3.2L V6 engine of the 2001 Passport. This knocking typically results from oil leaks that can lead to engine damage if not promptly repaired. The leaks can occur at various points, including the head gasket, and if left unattended, they can cause the engine to seize up, necessitating replacement.
These problems highlight some of the key issues that owners of the 2001 Honda Passport have faced. It's essential for potential buyers to be aware of these common issues to make informed decisions when considering purchasing this vehicle.
What is the most common problem with Honda Passport?
Brake-related problems are amongst the most commonly reported 2022 Honda Passport problems. These issues can include squeaking or grinding noises, premature wear of brake pads, or brake pedal pulsation. Problems can arise due to worn brake components, contaminated brake fluid, or improper brake system maintenance.
Why is my 2001 Honda Passport not starting?
The most common reasons a Honda Passport won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
How long will a Honda Passport last?
The 2021 Honda Passport lasts around 250,000 miles, with some minor transmission software and stereo system issues reported.
What is the reliability of the Honda Passport?
The 2024 Honda Passport has a predicted reliability score of 85 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
2001 Honda Passport car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Passport problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Structure problems
- Suspension problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Fuel system problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2001 Honda Passport vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2001 Honda Passport
The NHTSA has received 146 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2001 Honda Passport. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2001 Honda Passport vehicles.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-04
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 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.
SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-12
- VIN: 4S6CK58W314
- Components: SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: RECALL
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-18
- VIN: 4S6DM58WX14
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HONDA PASSPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER SON DISCOVERED CORROSION FORMING AROUND THE AXLE AND THE SUSPENSION OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CALLED PEARSON HONDA (14001 HULL STREET RD, MIDLOTHIAN, VA 23112, (804) 745-0300) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V436000(SUSPENSION), WHICH SHE LINKED TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-02
- VIN: 4S6DM58WX14
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 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
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-14
- VIN: 4S6DM58W114
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HONDA PASSPORT. THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF THE DRIVER. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS SWAYING. THE DRIVER COASTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION BRACKET WAS DETACHED AND THE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED THROUGH. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT CALLED BARON HONDA AT (631) 714-2094, 17 MEDFORD AVE, PATCHOGUE, NY 11772) WHERE AN APPOINTMENT WAS SCHEDULED FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-14
- VIN: 4S6DM58WX14
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I WAS CHANGING THE TIRES AND NOTICED A HUGE WHOLE ON THE BOTTOM FRAME EXTREME CORROSION... AFRAID TO DRIVE
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-07
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4S6CK58W114
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: 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.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-10
- VIN: 4S6DM58W014
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ALL RUSTY INREPARABLE FRAME
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-08
- VIN: 4S6DM58WX14
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: FRAME RUSTED OUT AND FUEL TANK MOUNTING BRACKET RUSTED THROUGH.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-04
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* 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.
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-04
- VIN: 4S6DM58W714
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 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 OCCURRING ON OUR VEHICLE: HTTP://NEWS.HONDA.COM/NEWSANDVIEWS/ARTICLE.ASPX?ID=5798-EN WHEN WE SEARCHED OUR VIN NUMBER NO RECALLS SHOWED UP, EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS BOUGHT, SOLD, AND DRIVEN IN WHAT HONDA REFERS TO AS A "SALT BELT" STATE. NOT SURE WHY MY VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL AS IT IS HAVING THE SAME SAFETY ISSUES AS THE VEHICLES THAT WERE RECALLED ARE HAVING. PLEASE ADVISE WHY OUR VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL WHEN IT CLEARLY HAS THE SAME ISSUES AS THE VEHICLES THAT WERE. THANKS FOR YOU TIME.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-01
- VIN: 4S6DM58W614
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HONDA PASSPORT. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FRAME HAD SEVERE CORROSION DAMAGE. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT DUE TO THE SEVERITY OF THE CORROSION, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE UNTIL THE FRAME WAS REPLACED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V436000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 145,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-29
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4S6DM58W714
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ON JUNE 18, 2015, WHILE ON THE BRAKE AND STOPPING BEHIND A VEHICLE AT AN INTERSECTION (MOVING AT A CRAWL SPEED, LESS THAN 0.5 MPH), MY HONDA PASSPORT LUNGED FORWARD HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE CAR WAS CONTAINED THE DRIVER AND A PASSENGER. BELIEVING AT THAT TIME MY BRAKES JUST FAILED (I COULDN'T GRASP HOW ACCELERATION AND FORWARD MOVEMENT COULD OCCUR WHEN I WAS FIRMLY ON MY BRAKES), I HAD MY BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED. ON JUNE 29, 2015 IN A PARKING SPACE, WHILE I WAS AT A CRAWL SPEED (LESS THAN 0.5 MPH) AND ON THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD AGAIN, GOING TO THE NEXT PARKING SPACE AND HITTING A PARKED CAR. THE VEHICLE ENGINE SURGED AS THOUGH I WAS ON THE ACCELERATOR, AND MY FOOT WAS ONLY ON THE BRAKE. THANK GOODNESS NOBODY WAS IN THE PARKED VEHICLE, NOBODY WAS BETWEEN THE TWO VEHICLES, AND ONLY BODY DAMAGE RESULTED FROM THIS DANGEROUS SITUATION.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-01
- VIN: 4S6DM58W114
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND UN DRIVABLE. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-04
- VIN: 4S6DM58W714
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE ENGINE DIED, LOST POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES (LOST VACUUM TO BOOSTER.) THE #1 INTAKE LIFTER BUTTON POPPED OUT AND THE CAM LOBE HAMMERED THE LIFTER AND VALVE INTO THE #1 CYLINDER CAUSING CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. ENGINE OIL WAS IN MID RANGE AND HAD ~2000K ON ENGINE OIL CHANGE. NO FLUID MIXING OCCURRED PRIOR TO OR AFTER THE INCIDENT. WHEN VALVE WAS PUSHED INTO THE CYLINDER IT WAS BENT, THE LOCKING UP OF THE CAM ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE ENGINE CAUSED THE WATER PUMP TO BE BROKEN BENDING THE IDLER PULLEY DOWN DUMPING ANTIFREEZE OUT ONTO THE ROAD. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-05-17
- VIN: 4S6DM58W914
- Components: SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE
- Summary: A FEW YEARS BACK MY TRAILING LINKAGE ON BOTH SIDES OF VEHICLE RUSTED AWAY FROM FRAME. THE DRIVERS SIDE WAS FIRST AND I WAS TRAVELING AT 50 MPH. HIT POT HOLE AND DRIVERS SIDE LINKAGE BROKE OFF. CAUSING ME TO FISH TAIL IN TRAFFIC AND ALMOST CRASH. NOW I HAVE TWO CRACKS IN MY FRAME AND THE REAR CROSS MEMBER IS RUSTED THROUGH. I HAVE ALSO HAD THE FUEL TANK SUPPORT FIXED AND WELDED BACK ONTO MY TRUCK. THIS WILL COST ME THOUSANDS TO FIX TO HOPEFULLY MAKE IT A DRIVABLE VEHICLE AGAIN. OR. AMERICAN HONDA CAN BUYOUT THESE VEHICLES FROM THESE OWNERS. *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-10-16
- VIN: 4S6DM58W014
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HONDA PASSPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING DOWNHILL AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO PULL VIOLENTLY IN ONE DIRECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V436000 (SUSPENSION) IN 2012, WHICH FAILED TO PREVENT THE FRAME RUST PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE DEFECT. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-04
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE FUEL TANK SHIELD FOR MY 2001 HONDA PASSPORT IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. UPON RESEARCHING THE SITUATION I HAVE ENCOUNTERED QUITE A FEW PEOPLE HAVING THIS SAME PROBLEM. I AM SCARED TO EVEN DRIVE THE VEHICLE AS THIS SHIELD IS "BARELY" HOLDING THE TANK UP AND COULD FAIL AT ANY MOMENT THUS DROPPING THE TANK. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-08
- VIN: 4S6DM58W514
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: FUEL TANK DROPPED DOWN, CHECKED AND IT WAS RUSTED OUT AND BROKE FREE FROM FRAME WHICH ALSO RUSTED OUT. THE ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTED OUT, I HAVE NEVER SEEN A FRAME RUST COMPLETELY OUT LIKE THIS ! HONDA TOLD ME THERE WAS A RECALL AND MY WIFE TOOK IT TO A DEALER AND THEY SAID THE PROBLEM THAT WAS IN THE RECALL DIDN'T AFFECT THE AREA THEY WILL HAVE TO REPLACE. THE DEALER SAID THEY COULDN'T FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THE WHOLE FRAME WAS RUSTED OUT AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE. NOW WHAT ? I GUESS I SHOULD SELL ALL MY HONDAS AND BUY AMERICAN MOTORS. *TR
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-23
- VIN: 4S6DM58W514
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE DRIVER'S SIDE LINKAGE THAT CONNECTS THE REAR AXLE TO THE FRAME SEPARATED COMPLETELY DUE TO CORROSION. I TOOK IT TO HONDA FOR THE RECALL, WHICH SERVICE BULLETIN 10-079 STATES HONDA WILL PAY FOR VEHICLES LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF THE RECALL (SEPT 2010)), AND THEY DETERMINED THE DAMAGE WAS SO BAD THAT THEY WOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO FIX THE VEHICLE. I FEEL I SHOULD BE REIMBURSED FOR MY VEHICLE SINCE THE DEFECT HAS CAUSED SUCH EXTENSIVE DAMAGE AS TO RENDER THE VEHICLE UNSAFE. *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-12-22
- VIN: 4S6DM58W614
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: REAR TRAILING ARM FELL OFF OF THE FRAME DUE TO MAJOR CORROSION. WE HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL #10V-436. SERVICE DEPT STATED THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS RUSTED THROUGH THEREFORE THEY HAD NOTHING TO ATTACH THE RECALL BRACKET TO. THIS RECALL SHOULD BE FOR THE ENTIRE FRAME NOT JUST THE BRACKET. IT BROKE WHILE BACKING OUT OF OUR DRIVEWAY. THANKFULLY WE WEREN'T DOING 70 ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-21
- VIN: 4S6DM58W814
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HONDA PASSPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION AXLE AND FRAME WERE SEVERELY CORRODED AND THERE WERE HOLES IN THE FRAME. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN I.D. NUMBER: 10V436000 (SUSPENSION:REAR) AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE FRAME WAS SO CORRODED, THAT IT WAS BEYOND REPAIR. THE DEALER SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE FRAME AND THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE DEALER TO ONLY TO REPAIR WHAT WAS STATED IN THE RECALL. THE DEALER REPLACED THE LOWER LINK FRONT BRACKET ON THE REAR SUSPENSION BUT NOT THE FRAME. THE CONTACT THEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A SECOND MECHANIC FOR A SECOND OPINION AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE FRAME COULD POSSIBLY CRACK AND COLLAPSE IF THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A ROAD BUMP. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 119,900. UPDATED 01/04/12 *BF THE CONSUMER SOLD THE VEHICLE TO AN AUCTION. UPDATED 01/10/12 UPDATED 01/12/12
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-17
- VIN: 4S6DM58WX14
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE
- Summary: THIS MODEL 2001 HONDA PASSPORT HAS A HISTORY OF FRAME RUST. THERE WAS ONE RECALL 2010 BUT IT DID NOT ADDRESS TANK SHIELD RUST - ONLY REAR AXLE PARTS. THE PASSPORT HAS 72373 MILES AND THE HONDA DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE FOR A REPORT REQUESTED BY HONDA MOTORS. ****AT THIS POINT I DO NOT KNOW IF THE GAS TANK IS GOING TO FALL OUT.**** *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-17
- VIN: 4S6DM58W614
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY VEHICLE HAS HAD A RECALL AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS TOO FAR GONE AND TOOK IT BECAUSE OF BEING UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THEY GAVE ME A RENTAL CAR AND TOOK IT BACK BEFORE THIS WAS RESOLVED. THE DEALERSHIP GAVE ME MY "UNSAFE" CAR BACK BECAUSE I COULDN'T BE LEFT WITHOUT A CAR. I AM A SENIOR CITIZEN WITH A HANDICAP. ALL I WANTED WAS TO HAVE MY CAR REPLACED WITH A COMPARABLE CAR, INSTEAD THEY WANT TO GIVE ME A SETTLEMENT CHECK AND TRIED TO SELL ME A NEW CAR. I CANNOT AFFORD A NEW VEHICLE OR PAY MORE FOR A VEHICLE THAN MINE IS WORTH. I AM HAVING A DIFFICULT TIME FINDING A REPLACEMENT AT THE SAME PRICE. *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-23
- VIN: 4S6DM58WX14
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HONDA PASSPORT. THE CONTACT NOTICED SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THAT THE FRAME WAS COMPLETELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN I.D. NUMBER 10V436000 (SUSPENSION:REAR) AND WAS OFFERED A BUY BACK FROM THE MANUFACTURER BUT THE CONTACT DECLINED. THE CONTACT ASKED THE MANUFACTURER TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE BUT THE MANUFACTURER DID RESPOND, BUT REFUSED BECAUSE OF THE COST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 141,000. UPDATED 11/29/11 *CN UPDATED 12/07/11
2001 Honda Passport recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2001 Honda Passport.
- Manufacturer: ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
- Manufacturer: ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH THE INFLATORS IN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MODULES HAVING THE WRONG AMOUNT OF GENERANT.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG UNIT.
Negative 2001 Honda Passport car reviews
Positive 2001 Honda Passport car reviews
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We live in a rural area and drive on roads that are not well-maintained. Despite this, our vehicle has been able to handle these roads for at least six days a week over the past three years without any shakes or rattles. We have never owned a car that has been able to do this, not even my husband's 4-wheel drive pickup. I am confident that this car will last us a long time after it's paid for, if we choose to keep it.
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What a cute little SUV! It runs really well, and although it broke down once due to the fuel pump going out, it's still a Honda baby.
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I've been a true Honda lover since '96. I got a great deal on the Passport when I leased it 3 years ago and truly haven't had any problems with it. The Isuzu engine runs great in my vehicle.
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The Honda Passport is a fantastic looking SUV that also boasts good road manners and excellent engine power. My model is the EX 2 wheel drive with the CD changer, two-tone paint and leather. We really enjoy it and highly recommend it to prospective shoppers as a great value in the preowned market. We bought it used and have not had any problems with it.
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I have owned my Passport for over three years and I absolutely love it! The ride is smooth, the interior space is great, and the CD/Stereo is fantastic. I have found the reliability and dependability of the Passport to be exceptional. I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone who is considering the purchase of an SUV.
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2001 Honda Passport Problems | Kelley Blue Book
How reliable is the 2001 Honda Passport? See the most common repairs performed and learn if your vehicle is at risk for major repairs in the next 12 months.
2001 Honda Passport Repair: Service and Maintenance Cost
2001 Honda Passport vehicles have 3 known recalls. The most common recall is: Rear Suspension Lower Link Bracket Corrodes and Detaches. Rear Suspension Lower ...
2001 Honda Passport intermittent issue with reduced power light ...
Jul 15, 2021 ... ... common problem with this year of Passport. Several other people posted threads about having the same issue (reduced power mode coming on ...
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Jun 7, 2023 ... There are reports of several issues, including the ABS light staying on and faulty brake equipment. According to CarComplaints, a large portion ...
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Carmelo Schmidt 2024-11-09
This car has made me frustrated on numerous occasions. On two different occasions, it randomly shut off while I was making a turn. I had to get the transmission fixed because it was leaking fluid. The SUV doesn't use oil properly. This thing has just left a bad taste in my mouth, but I'm so glad I just sold it. Hopefully, I'll get my reliable Toyota 4Runner for Christmas.
Stephan Mann 2024-10-25
From the very beginning, the vehicle has been performing poorly, breaking down repeatedly and proving to be entirely unreliable. It is concerning that the Honda dealership does not have the necessary parts in stock when something breaks, and they do not seem to take responsibility for non-Honda parts. Despite having owned four Honda products without any issues, I have spent thousands on repairs and upkeep for this one and will not be purchasing another Honda product in the future.
Larry Brekke 2024-10-10
The truck requires frequent repairs and is often in the dealership's shop. The shop manager has even joked with my wife that she should be on the dealership payroll due to the amount of time the truck spends in their care.
Ryleigh Dooley 2024-08-23
Hi there! I noticed that you mentioned your experience with a Rodeo, which is not a Honda model. While the exterior of the vehicle is attractive, you mentioned some concerns with the interior, ride, and gas mileage. On the plus side, you have not had any mechanical problems in three years and 20k miles, which is great! I understand that you are selling it and upgrading to a Pilot, which is a true Honda. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Omari Weber 2024-08-08
This is an Isuzu, not a true Honda. Although it is an above-average, solid SUV, the quality is not quite up to the usual Honda standards. The ride is very truck-like and rough, cornering is unstable, and fuel economy is just okay (I've averaged 18 mpg). All things considered, it has been an alright vehicle. I'm looking to trade it in for a CR-V, which is what I should have gotten in the first place.