NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Honda Passport Safety Ratings
The 2019 Honda Passport scores 76 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 10 recalls, and 267 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Honda Passport presents a mixed safety profile, reflected in its NHTSA Safety Index of 76/100, which places it in the Average band. While crash-test performance was strong, the vehicle's defect record score of 5.25 out of 20 points significantly lowers its overall safety assessment. This disparity between crashworthiness and defect history warrants careful consideration from prospective owners.
The 2019 Honda Passport received an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars and a NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 93 SUVs from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Honda Passport ranks 80 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 76 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 16.9% |
| Recalls on file | 10 |
| Owner complaints | 267 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 80 of 93 SUVs tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Honda Passport?
The 2019 Honda Passport arrives with a perfect 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, a strong reintroduction for the nameplate. Its protection for occupants is competitive, with a 5-star side impact rating and a crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70. Avoidance technology further bolsters this, contributing a perfect 10 out of 10, attributed to standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. However, the model year's defect record significantly impacts its overall standing, with a sub-score of 5.25 out of 20 reflecting 10 recall campaigns. These recalls, addressing structural, airbag, fuel system, and camera components, introduce real-world safety considerations that temper the otherwise excellent crash-test results. The 2019 Passport earns a 76/100 in the Safety Index, placing it within the Average band.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Honda Passport perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Honda Passport achieves a strong overall safety profile, earning 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side protection ratings are a clear standout, also receiving 5 stars. Frontal crash protection and rollover resistance both registered 4 out of 5 stars. The vehicle's rollover risk was measured at 17 percent, and it performed without tipping in the dynamic test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14079
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Honda Passport have any recalls?
Yes, the 2019 Honda Passport carries 10 recall campaigns. Documented component areas include the frame and structural members, the front-passenger occupant-classification sensor in the air bag system, the gasoline fuel pump, the backup-camera display function, and the hood latch striker. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the available data, but owners should verify each campaign by VIN.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS26V365000
Risk: Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in the fall of 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888
Reported 2026-06-04
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
Reported 2026-05-21
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2023-12-18
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION23V431000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2023-06-15
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD21V932000
Risk: A hood that opens while driving can obstruct the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will either repair the hood latch striker, or replace the hood if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PBV.
Reported 2021-11-29
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V215000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Reported 2021-03-25
TIRES21V165000
Risk: Overcured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation, which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tires and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2021. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co. customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is UA2.
Reported 2021-03-11
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA20V439000
Risk: Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.
Reported 2020-07-28
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE20V440000
Risk: A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners that updated software is available. Owners have the option to either follow the mailed instructions to download and update the software for free, or visit a dealer to have the software update performed, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Y7Y.
Reported 2020-07-28
STRUCTURE:BODY19V784000
Risk: In the event of a crash, incomplete body welding may provide inadequate protection to occupants, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for missing welds, free of charge. If the vehicle is identified as missing welds, the dealer will offer to repurchase the vehicle or provide a similar replacement vehicle. Owner notification began November 6 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is X6J.
Reported 2019-10-31
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Honda Passport?
NHTSA has logged 267 unverified owner allegations against the 2019 Passport. The most frequently reported component is the Electrical System at 84 allegations, followed by Forward Collision Avoidance at 50, Engine at 48, and Power Train at 25. All figures represent unverified consumer reports, not established defects.
267 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Honda Passport?
With 10 recall campaigns, the 2019 Passport demands careful scrutiny. Shoppers must run a specific VIN through NHTSA's lookup, confirming that remedies for structural, air bag, fuel pump, and camera components have been completed.
- The 2019 Passport's defect record sub-score of 5.25 out of 20 is the single largest drag on its 76/100 Safety Index, driven by 10 active recall campaigns covering the frame, air bag sensor, fuel pump, backup camera, and hood latch.
- NHTSA logged 267 unverified owner allegations for this model year, with the Electrical System generating the most reports at 84, and Forward Collision Avoidance generating 50 allegations despite that system being standard equipment.
- The 2019 model year's rollover risk is measured at 17 percent with a No Tip result on the dynamic test, giving this specific build a 4-star rollover rating that shoppers should note when comparing SUV options.
- Two of the 10 recall campaigns were issued in 2026, meaning remedy parts or scheduling may still be in process, making a VIN-level verification especially time-sensitive for used-market buyers.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Honda Passport places
The 2019 Honda Passport qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Honda Passport safety questions
Was the 2019 Honda Passport crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Honda Passport, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Honda Passport crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Honda Passport earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 16.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Honda Passport have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 10 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Honda Passport. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Honda Passport?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 267 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Honda Passport. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in SUV (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Tesla Model X 60d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 75d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P100d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Nissan Murano | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14079), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Passport 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 80 of 93 in the SUV class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.