NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Honda Passport Safety Ratings
The 2023 Honda Passport scores 83 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 33 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Honda Passport achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. This score marks a three-point decrease from the 2022 model's 86, attributed primarily to a weaker defect record component. Despite this decline, the crash-test results remain genuinely impressive. The vehicle presents a competitive safety choice, though with caveats worth understanding.
The 2023 Honda Passport holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Honda Passport ranks 90 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 83 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 16.4% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 33 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 90 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Honda Passport?
The 2023 Honda Passport achieved a 5-star overall NHTSA rating, yet its Safety Index score of 83 out of 100 presents a more nuanced picture. This score represents a three-point decline from the 2022 model year's 86, attributed directly to a defect record sub-score of 12.25 out of 20. Five recall campaigns for this single model year are notable, encompassing structural integrity, fuel system components, steering geometry, brake master cylinder function, and backup camera software. The steering rack-and-pinion recall, specific to the 2023 Passport and 2023 Ridgeline, indicates a year-specific issue rather than a carryover problem. Conversely, the avoidance technology sub-score is a perfect 10 out of 10, reflecting the standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. Crash protection earned a strong 61 out of 70. The defining safety characteristic for the 2023 Passport is the tension between its excellent crash-test performance and a challenging defect record.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Honda Passport perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Honda Passport achieved the strongest possible result in side-impact crash testing, earning 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its overall rating is 5 out of 5 stars. Both frontal crash protection and rollover resistance were rated at 4 out of 5 stars. The measured rollover risk for the Passport stands at 16 percent, with the dynamic tip test concluding in a "No Tip" outcome.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18489
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Honda Passport have any recalls?
Five recall campaigns cover the 2023 Passport. Components addressed include the structural frame and members, the fuel filler neck and fuel system assembly, the steering rack-and-pinion inner ball joint housing, the hydraulic brake master cylinder, and a backup camera display function tied to a faulty module. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is indicated in the available campaign descriptions, but shoppers should verify remedy status 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
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP24V900000
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel filler neck tube and pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OKM.
Reported 2024-11-27
STEERING:RACK AND PINION24V184000
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gearbox as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is LHY.
Reported 2024-03-07
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER23V458000
Risk: Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are VEU, AEV, and ZET.
Reported 2023-06-29
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Honda Passport?
NHTSA has logged 33 unverified owner complaints for the 2023 Passport. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance, cited in 12 reports, and Service Brakes, cited in 11. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been independently confirmed by NHTSA or MotorCaliber.
33 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Honda Passport?
Any used 2023 Passport shopper should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup before purchase. With five recall campaigns on record, including a steering and a brake master cylinder campaign, confirming that all remedies have been completed is the single most important safety step for this model year.
- The 2023 Passport's Safety Index dropped three points from the 2022 model year's 86 to 83, with the defect record sub-score of 12.25 out of 20 as the primary driver of that decline.
- A steering rack-and-pinion recall specific to 2023 Passport and Ridgeline vehicles addresses a potential inner ball joint housing defect in the steering gear, making it a year-specific safety concern buyers should verify as remedied.
- The fuel filler neck and fuel system recall covers 2023 and 2024 Passport vehicles, meaning this campaign is not a legacy issue carried from older model years but one that originated with this generation.
- Unverified owner complaints place Forward Collision Avoidance as the most frequently reported problem component with 12 allegations, a detail worth noting given that the avoidance tech sub-score is otherwise a perfect 10 out of 10 in the Index.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Honda Passport places
The 2023 Honda Passport qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Honda Passport safety questions
Was the 2023 Honda Passport crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Honda Passport, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Honda Passport crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 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 16.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Honda Passport have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Honda Passport. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Honda Passport?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 33 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 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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| 2023 Tesla Model Y Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18489), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Honda Passport 2023.
- 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 90 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- 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.