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1998 Honda Passport electrical problems

17 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 43,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
17
of this car's complaints
7%
typical mileage
43,000
crashes
1
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
    5
  • Wiring: front underhood
    3
  • Alternator/generator/regulator
    3
  • Wiring
    1
  • Ignition: module
    1
  • Ignition: anti-theft: control module
    1
  • Ignition
    1
  • Horn
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Honda Passport electrical problems in other years

1994200020202026

Related recalls

Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodReported July 24, 1998 · 55,475 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. A ground connection terminal was not properly crimped in the supplier's engine wiring harness manufacturing line. This improper crimping process can leave an impression on the terminal that will eventually cause a stress fracture. S
Risk
If a terminal is fractured, the powertrain control module (PCM) can receive an erroneous signal indicating a high vehicle speed, thereby causing the PCM to cut the fuel, causing a 'no-start' condition, or a possible engine stall.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these vehicles.

Recall number 98V170000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodReported July 24, 1998 · 16,838 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. A ground connection terminal was not properly crimped in the supplier's engine wiring harness manufacturing line. This improper crimping process can leave an impression on the terminal that will eventually cause a stress fracture. S
Risk
If a terminal is fractured, the powertrain control module (PCM) can receive an erroneous signal indicating a high vehicle speed, thereby causing the PCM to cut the fuel, causing a 'no-start' condition, or a possible engine stall.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these vehicles.

Recall number 98V170002 · Recall details

What 1998 Honda Passport owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 14, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 43,000 miles · CA

I will be driving and my car will just shut off, I also have the extended stopping problem and braking causing me to manually steer. I have also had trouble with the car not starting or starting slowly. I was told there were several recalls before I purchased the car and they were repaired - the ABS was done last year but the problem continues. I would like the ABS replaced. I checked your website for outstanding recalls and found. I called the dealer and was told the ABS was done 2/04 but the truck continues to have the same problem - extending stopping. I have had my passport 3 years and have only received one recall - but the problem currently exists ... Extended stopping distance. The only recall sticker in the door is for the pedal. Additionally, I have also had a problem with the truck turning off in the middle of a turn (forcing me to manually steer my car) 98v70 (describes it completely) my truck also refuses to start properly. It starts and then shuts off - sometimes it takes up to 3 times to turn on and stay on. (sb03-03-s003 describes this as well) since I cannot determine who performed the other recalls, how can I be certain they were done or done properly? My vehicle continues to have the identical problems associated with the following recalls: the federal safety agency campaign # 02i002001 - service brakes, hydraulic; anti-lock (5/29/02) 98v170000 - electrical system - wiring, front underhood (7/23/98) 98v170002 - electrical system - wiring front underhood (7/23/98) 00v058000 - suspension, rear (2/29/00) 97v206002 - other (11/11/97) I have not had any accidents as a result, but I am afraid to drive with my children in the car if my car just shuts off in the middle of a turn, or on the freeway and at low speed. I have also had it accelerate while on the freeway revving the engine constantly - these have all happened for the last 3 years with no recall notices.

Filed Aug 30, 2005 · Electrical · 78,000 miles · TN

When you go down the road the passport tries to cut of , you keep pushing the gas and it will take the gas and then it want it dose not cut off,the speedometer goes crazy, took it to the dealer ship, and they said they could not find anything wrong , and had to call other dealer ships and still nothing was done , wanted more hours to try to find out, after keeping it 2 weeks and 3 hours of labor .

Filed Jan 18, 2005 · Electrical · CO

While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The driver tried to restart the vehicle and was able to do so. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic could not duplicate the problem at this time. Please provide further details.

Filed Apr 9, 2004 · Acceleration, Electrical · OH

Consumer questioned as to why he wasn't notified in a more timely fashion relative to the recalls. (nar) *ph

Filed Jan 4, 2004 · Electrical · 101,960 miles · CA

Idling for a long time, or driving at very low speeds for a long time (stop-and-go in a severe traffic jam) also having most of the vehicle's electrical equipment turned will cause the battery to go dead because the alternator does not adequately charge. This may be a safety problem because driving in the mountains during severe traffic may cause the battery to discharge and the engine to stall; not allowing the ability to move to safe position.

Filed Sep 10, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · 1,417 miles · MD

Nar 9-10-03. Consumer complaint on a defective 1998 honda passport pursuant to maryland's lemon law. Battery cables replaced, brake warning light illuminates, rear suspension defective, and brakes pedal inoperable.

Filed Mar 4, 2003 · Acceleration, Electrical · GA · crash · 1 injury

Consumer complained about having problems with the electrical components which caused an accident. The vehicle the accelerator dropped to the floor and the brakes did not respond.

Filed Jul 21, 2002 · Electrical · CA

Honda passport stalls off/on / was told this was the electrical harness and needs to be replaced, security system is on error default goes off all the time when car is running and when parked .

Filed Nov 30, 2001 · Electrical · CO

The safety problem is the lack of warning system to note failure of the alternator. The first indication of failure is shutdown of the electrical system followed by sudden engine shutdown. This leave little time to move to a safe position. This one occurred on a mountain pass.

Filed Jun 13, 2001 · Electrical · UT

Recall 98 v 170 002/engine wire harness: vehicle would stall intermittently when applying accelerator pedal from a stop postion. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under recall. Provide any further information.

Questions about the 1998 Honda Passport electrical

Does the 1998 Honda Passport have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the electrical of the 1998 Honda Passport, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1998 Honda Passport electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 43,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Honda Passport electrical?

Yes, 2 recalls: 98V170000, 98V170002. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Honda Passport have the most electrical problems?

The Honda Passport model years with the most electrical complaints are 2019 (86 complaints), 2020 (33 complaints) and 2021 (27 complaints).

Other 1998 Honda Passport problems

Brakes 64Suspension 48Body 35Fuel system 28Engine 26Transmission 20Acceleration 16Airbags 5Tires 5Steering 4Visibility 3Locks 2Seats 2Lights 1Seat belts 1Wheels 1

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