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Honda Passport AWD
Honda · Cars · 2023
Honda Passport AWD (2023)
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⚠ 23 complaints
Status
Safe
Good track record, minimal issues
Status Safe — no safety recalls recorded; minor complaints only.
Specifications
Engine Size3.5L
Fuel TypeRegular
Transmission9 speed automatic
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Combined MPG21 MPG
Honda Passport AWD Comparison with Similar Vehicles
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Price$41,100$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity3.5L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypeRegularRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
Transmission9 speed automaticAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeSUVSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

The 2023 Honda Passport AWD is a safe and capable small SUV designed for adventure. With its powerful 3.5L V6 engine and standard all-wheel drive, it offers a robust performance for various conditions. Its practical design and solid safety standing make it a reliable choice for families and individuals alike.

Pros
  • Safe vehicle status
  • No recalls on record
  • Strong max power output
  • Standard all-wheel drive
Cons
  • 23 complaints on record
  • Below-average MPG combined
Complaints23 total
HONDA PASSPORT 2023 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
high
Sunroof while driving exploded - the boom was extremely scary
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
HONDA PASSPORT 2023 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
low
Air conditioning not working. 3 years 15,000 miles.
NHTSAUSMay 2026Source →
HONDA PASSPORT 2023 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
low
I already took my car to honda dealer to fix the brake from shaking when it was around 10k miles. It is now happening again.
NHTSAUSApr 2026Source →
HONDA PASSPORT 2023 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
high
The push button gearshifting. I have accidentally hit reverse about 100 times since I’ve owned this car in six months. It ended up in a rear end collision with a parked car. Then when I tried to drive forward, I backed up again. The first time was intentional backing and I didn’t see the car behind me… the second time I was attempting to drive forward and I hit the reverse button again. It was instinctual. I hit the car twice.
NHTSAUSJan 2026Source →
HONDA PASSPORT 2023 SERVICE BRAKES
medium
While driving at highway speeds, I experienced multiple loud, intermittent double-knocking noises within a short period of time, followed by an additional grinding/rotational noise at low speeds. These noises were abnormal and raised immediate safety concerns, prompting me to bring the vehicle to a dealer that day. During inspection and test driving, the noise condition was confirmed. Further inspection revealed that a front brake caliper (flange) bolt was missing, and the brake caliper had shifted out of position. This bolt is a critical fastener that secures the brake caliper to the brake assembly and is available for inspection through service records. This condition posed a serious safety risk, as a shifted or unsecured brake caliper could result in reduced braking performance, brake failure, or wheel lock-up, potentially endangering vehicle occupants and other road users. The issue was confirmed by an authorized Honda service center, and the vehicle was inspected by manufacturer-authorized personnel. The vehicle was repaired at no charge by reinstalling the correct hardware and restoring the brake caliper to its proper position. One week later, I have come to find out this is a known issue, and Honda has issued a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) for 2023–2024 Honda Passport vehicles addressing loose or missing front brake caliper/flange bolts. I never received a recall notice or voluntary letter from Honda notifying me this might be an issue or to have it inspected. No warning lights or messages appeared prior to the incident; the only symptoms were the knocking noises at highway speeds and grinding noise at low speed.
NHTSAUSDec 2025Source →
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Status history
Certified→Safe11 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 89. 10 data points. v3 scoring.
Uncertain→Certified27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 100. 0 data points. v3 scoring.
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