Honda

Passport (2000)

2000 · Midsize SUV ยท 2 engines
Best Engine โœ… Recommended (3.6)
44 NHTSA Complaints
1 Recalls
0 Fire Reports
2 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

6VD1

3.2L 6-cyl
โœ… Recommended (3.6)
14 complaints 14.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
8
engine
3
other
3
steering
2
fuel system
2

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (8 complaints)
Engine Issues (3 complaints)
Steering Issues (2 complaints)

Honda Passport Unidentified Engine

โš ๏ธ Caution (3.3)
30 complaints 30.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

suspension
6
body
6
fuel system
5
engine
4
transmission
3

Known Issues

Suspension Issues (6 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (6 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (5 complaints)

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Honda Passport regardless of engine variant.

Transmission Issues (8 complaints)
transmission critical
Suspension Issues (6 complaints)
suspension cosmetic
Body/Trim Issues (6 complaints)
body cosmetic
Fuel System Issues (5 complaints)
fuel_system cosmetic

Recalls (1)

10V436000Sep 21, 2010serious
Suspension

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2000-2000 Honda Passport problems?

The 2000-2000 Honda Passport has accumulated 44 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Transmission, Suspension, Body/Trim. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Honda Passport engine is most reliable?

The 2000-2000 Honda Passport was offered with 2 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.2L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2000-2000 Honda Passport a good used car?

The 2000-2000 Honda Passport can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 44 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000-2000 Honda Passport have?

The 2000-2000 Honda Passport has 44 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2000-2000 Honda Passport?

There is 1 NHTSA recall affecting some 2000-2000 Honda Passport vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Honda Passport?

Before buying a used Honda Passport, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Transmission, Suspension, Body/Trim, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Passport have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2000 Honda Passport. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 44 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-07-24.

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