1996 Honda Passport vs 1998 Honda Passport
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Honda Passport | 1998 Honda Passport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 41 | 229 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 104 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 16–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 116,114 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Passport | Honda Passport |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 57 |
| Suspension | 5 | 48 |
| Structure | 12 | 35 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 17 |
| Power Train | 2 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 16 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 34 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 25 |
| Stalling | 0 | 12 |
1996 Honda Passport
1998 Honda Passport
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.