Check a VIN

1995 Honda Passport problems

The most common problem on the 1995 Honda Passport is engine and cooling. It has fewer complaints than a typical Passport model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
60
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
17
Worst area
Engine
Fuel economy
15-18mpg

The worst 1995 Honda Passport problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Engine
    15
  • Body
    12
  • Airbags
    7
  • Transmission
    7
  • Locks
    6
  • Suspension
    6
  • Electrical
    5
  • Fuel system
    5
  • Brakes
    4
  • Steering
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Wheels
    2
  • Lights
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls 1

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorReported January 1, 1997 · 42,092 vehicles affected
What is wrong
An integrated circuit within the voltage regulator can contain manufacturing errors.
Risk
This can cause excessive electrical charging of the vehicle's alternator, resulting in engine control malfunction, and/or eventual engine stall.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the voltage regulator with a new regulator.

Recall number 97V034002 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 1995 Honda Passport

Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Honda Passport 17

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 17 bulletins for the 1995 Honda Passport

1995 Honda Passport fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.6L 4‑cylRWD162018
3.2L 6‑cylRWD14-151816
3.2L 6‑cyl4WD14-151715-16

What 1995 Honda Passport owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 26, 2018 · Airbags · 110,000 miles · TX · crash · 1 injury

The driver air bag did not work..therefore resulting in driver's death. The vehicle was in motion, on a highway.

Filed Dec 1, 2015 · 175,000 miles · PA

I have had my 1995.5 honda passport since new. It has always been well taken care of. The body panels, interior and engine are in excellent condition at 175,000 miles. However, upon inspection it was deemed as unsafe to drive due to the entire frame rusting out from bottom up. No rust on any of the body panels, only the frame. I feel all years of the passport should be recalled as my SUV is unsafe to drive and cannot be repaired without a full frame replacement.

Filed Aug 17, 2015 · Body · 180,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owned a 1995 honda passport. While the vehicle was being serviced for an unrelated issue, the independent mechanic observed that the rear frame of the vehicle was completely and severely rusted. The mechanic stated that the vehicle was destroyed and could not be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

Filed Mar 8, 2013 · Body · 154,200 miles · IL

Went to dealer today for a recalled. Problem on regulator and they valley honda in aurora il. Checked out the whole vehicle and came to. Me stating it is unsafe to drive for frame is rusted all the way thru. *tr I have small children that I have been driving in this vehicle. It is the only vehicle we have to get to our jobs, doctor appts., anything with this being a known problem for years it should have been a recall issue along with safety. Manufacturer should be held responsible to.help get us into a safe vehicle now. I bought a honda for they are suppose to be safe and built well.

Filed Nov 18, 2012 · Body · MD

No incident of any kind however, I have noticed presence of heavy rust on the chassis/frame of the car. Date of production 11/95.

Filed Aug 11, 2012 · Electrical, Fuel system · 142,660 miles · IA

Honda suddenly accelerated causing an increase over the MPH speed limit. Sometimes past problems of coming to a dead stop and locking the steering wheel. *tr multiple gauge problems intermittently.

Filed Oct 18, 2011 · Fuel system, Suspension · 108,000 miles · CT

Frame is rusted through in rear shackle area and requires extensive repair. Will inspect further,vehicle may require complete frame. Fuel lines and fuel tank are rusted beyond use and fuel leakage is evident. Vehicle will require new fuel tank and replacement fuel lines.

Filed Oct 16, 2011 · Suspension · 170,000 miles · WI

I just purchased this vehicle used for blue book value from a reputable dealer. I was told the only problems were the blower motor and rear doors were stuck closed. I fixed those problems easily and began driving it to work and back every day. After putting about 350 miles on it, I heard something smack the undercarriage and in my rearview I saw a chunk of rust on the road. When I got home I looked underneath and discovered that my entire frame is completely rusted with holes the size of my fist in about 10 different areas, some of which are key structural areas. At work, I raised it up on a lift and had a welder take a look. His face turned white and said it was way beyond a simple patch job here and there. Upon research I discovered that all these models have similar issues. I am still driving the vehicle because it is my only one and I cant afford to do anything about it right now. The estimated cost just to patch a few places to limp it along for another year was almost what I paid for the truck. The whole reason I bought it was because I need a reliable vehicle to drive in wisconsin winters and its a honda. Other than that it is a great running vehicle with no other major issues, but the frame rust is enough to render it unusable. I drive 80 miles a day on an interstate at 65-70 MPH and am very concerned for my safety and the safety of others. I realize its a vehicle up north where they use salt but I have had way older cars with not half as much damage from rust. I am convinced that this is an isuzu faulty product issue and not normal for the age of the truck.

Filed Aug 12, 2011 · Body · 137,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 honda passport. The contact was exiting an off ramp when the vehicle began to wobble abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who advised that the entire frame of the vehicle was rusted and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was advised that there were no recalls for the failure for his model year vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 137,000.

Filed Feb 14, 2011 · Body · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 honda passport. The contact stated that the rear subframe was rusted. When the contact drove, she noticed that the rear of the vehicle seemed very lose. The local mechanic stated that they could not find a way to weld the frame and reinforce it. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 218,122. Updated 04/15/11*lj updated 12/28/2011

Used buying checklistWhat to check on a 1995 Honda Passport before you buy

Compare the 1995 Honda Passport

Passport vs Jeep Grand CherokeePassport vs Ford EdgePassport vs Subaru OutbackPassport vs Chevrolet BlazerPassport vs Hyundai Santa FePassport vs Nissan MuranoPassport vs Toyota 4RUNNER

Other model years

19941995199619971998199920002001200220192020202120222023202420252026

Questions about the 1995 Honda Passport

Is the 1995 Honda Passport reliable?

Owners have filed 60 complaints about the 1995 Honda Passport, fewer than a typical Passport model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1995 Honda Passport?

Engine and cooling, with 15 complaints. Next is body (12).

How many recalls does the 1995 Honda Passport have?

1 recall, covering electrical system.

What year does the Honda Passport have bad engine?

The Honda Passport model years with the most engine complaints are 2019 (54 complaints), 1999 (30 complaints) and 2021 (30 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1995 Honda Passport get?

Official estimates for the 1995 Honda Passport range from 15 to 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.6L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 20 highway.

Share your experience with the 1995 Honda Passport

Tell other buyers what went wrong and what it cost. We review every report before it appears, and we never publish names, emails or VINs.

No names, contact details or links. Reports about a dealer or a person are not published.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used 1995 Honda Passport?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history
Is this car on a recall?Check VIN