Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. The contact stated that while changing the brakes the frame was covered with an excessive amount of rust. The contact did not notify the manufacturer. The contact stated that if the vehicle was in motion the frame could have broken and caused a crash to occur. The failure mileage was 174,000.
2001 Honda Passport body complaints
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Filed original complaint (odi number 10342822) )07/13/10. Since then I returned the car to the garage due to brake problems and was told that my 2001 honda passport frame is so rotted out that it should not have passed the last inspection and will definitely not pass further inspections and should be gotten rid of as soon as possible. The rusted frame is not repairable. I already spent a large amount of money to have a piece of the frame welded so the car could be used until another alternative could be found. I cannot sell or trade this car in, so it will need to be junked. Neither honda or isuzu wants to hear anything about it.
Took honda passport 2001 for inspection and frame is completely rusted. It is becoming a safety hazard for my family. Getting rid of vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH and attempting to pass another vehicle, the rear began veering in the opposite direction of the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the frame was corroded and rusted. In addition, the main beam of the frame had completely fractured from the vehicle. The mechanic was able to remove chunks of corroded metal from the frame but advised the contact that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The failure and current mileage was approximately 133,000. Updated 09/24/10. *lj the consumer stated the frame was cracked and rusted to the point where the rear window and tailgate would no longer open. Updated 09/24/10
While driving my 2001 honda passport down rt. 51 I heard a very loud ,crunching noise under my car. Suddenly I had no control of the vehicle. Terrified, and after weaving back and forth on the road among other traffic, I was finally able to get the car off the road. It had to be towed on a flatbed truck. I was told by the tow truck operator that the underside of the car was totally rusted out and that he had never seen a control arm totally rust off a car. My car has been garage kept and well maintained since I bought it new in 2001. The collision center that it was towed to tried to weld the frame, but, there is still major rust damage under the car. I notified my honda dealer of the problem and was told that since it was an isuzu product honda held no responsibility for the problem. This automobile only has 90,000 miles on it and I planned to continue using it for several years to come..
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. The frame underneath the vehicle had deteriorated beyond repair. While driving 35 MPH the rear suspension trailing link mount broke off of the frame. The vehicle was driven onto the emergency lane and then towed to his home. The following day he called the manufacturer and was told to take the vehicle to the dealer since they have never seen or heard of that type of failure. The dealer stated that he should not tow the vehicle because it will not be repaired. He then took the vehicle to a repair shop that specialized in frame repairs but it would cost him over a $1000 to be repaired. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 92,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle began to sway from side to side. The contact moved the vehicle off the roadway and found that the there were two stabilizer bars hanging from the vehicle and there was severe frame rust. The dealer was notified and the contact was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty and they would not provide any assistance. The manufacturer also was not willing to provide any assistance and advised taking the vehicle to the dealer. The contact attempted to have the vehicle towed the dealer however, the tow truck driver was hesitant to tow the vehicle due to the condition of the vehicle's frame. The vehicle was not driven and was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. While driving at speeds of 50 MPH in rainy weather, the drivers side frame fractured down the center. The dealer advised there were no recalls for the vehicle. The contact consulted with an independent mechanic who advised the frame repair would only last for approximately one to two years before the failure would recur. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The current mileage was 98,554 and the failure mileage was 98,529.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. While pulling out of his driveway at speeds of 5 MPH, the contact applied the brakes and the front axle began rubbing against the wheel well. The contact exited the vehicle and upon further inspection, found that the entire frame had rusted and began corroding. The manufacturer was contacted but would not provide any assistance due to the vehicles age. The vehicle was not repaired and the VIN was not available. The failure and current mileages were 95,000.
I was driving this morning when the left rear tension bar snapped away from the frame of my 2001 honda passport. After having it towed to a garage and inspected by a trusted friend, he has just informed me that the vehicle is no longer in drivable condition, as the entire frame is rusted through.
I was driving my 2001 honda passport when it started jerking to one side after letting off the gas,but only slightly,like wind had hit the car all of a sudden. This went on for a couple days,and when I was going around a turn,I heard a loud noise,like something breaking and grinding,and the car started to shimmy all over the road. When I had it looked at,I was told its unfixable because there is frame rot where the rear suspension lower link completely rotted off the frame and the a-arm also completely rotted off. There are swiss-cheese like holes all through the frame. It is now undriveable. According to my research this is a known issue, and a possible recall. I very strongly agree that there should be a recall or class action lawsuit. I was very luck y that we were only going about 10 MPH when it happened,or there could have been a serious crash. This is obviously a manufacturer error.
The frame on my 2001 honda passport has rusted beyond repair. It has become unsafe to drive because of the rotting/rusting frame.
2001 honda passport frame has rotted out had fixed in oct.09. On 12/2/09 fixed some more on the frame both times on the right side. Contacted honda talked to mr. Mencivar was told after 5 years honda will do nothing.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. While the vehicle was being inspected the contact was informed that the frame was displayed signs of rust. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer and there were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 100,000.
I own a 2001 honda passport . I just learned from a mechanic and also confirmed with the service manager of my local honda dealership ( century motors honda, cincinnati, ohio) that there is severe corrosion on the frame on driver's side of the frame and other areas are showing signs but are not corroded through yet. I was told by them that the vehicle is unsafe to drive and could result in a serious accident. The service manager took a picture and sent it to honda corporate and they refuse any responsibility. I have always lived in ohio so it could not have been affected by salt water ect... I also did not learn until now that my passport was made by isuzu and not honda. I purchased it new from a honda dealer. I was told that repair on the frame is not advisable, due to safety issues and the fact there are other areas on the frame that may rust completely in the near future. I hope you can help me with this issue. *tr thank you, gail wood
The frame of 2001 honda passport/isuzu rodeo completely rusted. Vehicle is only 8 years old and has only 64k miles. Mechanic found stress points on trailing arm that connects to the rear axle on drivers side. I was advised that the rear axle could break if car hit a pot hole or if the car was stopped too suddenly. This car is not safe to drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. During an appointment to have the exhaust manifold replaced, the mechanic discovered that both sub-frames were corroded. The exhaust manifold could not be repaired. The manufacturer was notified, but no assistance was provided. The failure and the current mileages were 78,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. He took the vehicle to a local repair facility, and a mechanic noted that the frame had corrosion. He then speculated that the holes in the frame would eventually caused the frame to fracture. The dealer stated that since there were no recalls, it would cost $5000.00 to repair the frame. The frame cannot be wielded. The failure and current mileages were 150000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. The contact observed that the vehicles main frame exhibited excessive rust and corrosion. There were no prior warnings. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact had concerns of the significant safety hazard. The failure and current mileages were 74,000. Updated 11/03/09.
I have a 2001 honda passport and the rear of the frame completely rotted and the vehicle is now useless. I was driving to get onto the highway and lost control of the car momentarily so I pulled over. I thought it was a tie rod and drove approximately 15 to 20 miles an hour and dropped my vehicle off at the garage. I was informed that the frame rotted an dthey were surprised my rear axle was still attached. I was told that it was basically staying attached because of about 1 inch of good steel and my gas tank. I am very lucky that no one was hurt. I have seen a lot o fthese complaints about isuzu rodeos and honda passports. Is anything going to be done. There is not a spec of rust anywhere else on the vehicle!??
Body frame corrosion on my 2001 honda passport. Will need replacement welding to pass inspection.
I had taken my 2001 honda passport (isuzu rodeo) in to the service station for an oil change and inspection sticker. When the mechanic was getting ready to put the vehicle on the lift, he noticed the problem with the rotted frame. The left rear section of frame is rotted involving the suspension, trail arm bracket (suspension link), body mount bracket and rear suspension. He said it was so bad that he would not even put the vehicle on the lift for fear the frame would break off. A 2 - 3 foot section of the frame needs to be replaced but we can not find one at any salvage yards, all the ones we have contacted do have frames for the vehicle but they all have the same problem as the one I have just described. The vehicle has not yet been repaired and I am stuck making payments on a vehicle I can no longer drive.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. When the contact started the vehicle, the rear and front ends moved in different directions. He checked the bottom of the vehicle and noticed that the frame and torsion bars were rotting from the rear to the front end of the vehicle. The frame has also split on both sides. The contact has not spoken with or taken his vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was 135,000. Updated 6/15/09 *cn the consumer stated the was rust where the torsion bar go to the frame. Updated 06/17/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. The contact stated that the rear axle separated from the frame. The dealer stated that they would not repair it because the vehicle would be unsafe to drive. A new frame would have to be purchased and would cost more than the vehicle's value to repair. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not under warranty; therefore, no repairs would be performed. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 112,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 honda passport. While driving 25 MPH, the frame underneath the vehicle snapped in half. The vehicle became very difficult to control because the passenger side tires were halfway under the vehicle. Luckily, the driver was close to her residence when the failure occurred. She called the insurance company and was informed to call the honda manufacturer. She was then instructed to take the vehicle to a local dealer for repair. The contact has been going back and forth with the dealer to see who will pay for the towing of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 102,000.
My honda passport began to swerve uncontrollably at 25 MPH. I stopped at service station and had a mechanic inspect the car. He found the frame had rusted through causing the rear stabilizer to break free. In that condition the left side of the rear axle is not connected to the frame and vehicle control is compromised.
My 2001 honda passport 4x4 that I purchased brand new in 2001. While my husband was driving it in july on the 16th 2008. He almost got into a bad accident. The frame completely gave way on both sides on the back. There is nothing holding the top of the vehicle together. Well called dealer and honda motor corp. Both said they offered a warranty, 5 years. I guess they do not care about their product. Everybody I have spoke with including the dealer, said I do not know how or why this happened. My vehicle looks great though. I just can't drive it. I don't even know if it can be fixed they said to take it to a body shop. I paid almost 30,000 for this SUV and now it hit the 7 year mark and I can't drive it because the frame rotted apart.
2001 honda passport exl isuzu mfg in aug 2000. Purchased used in nov 2004, was leased to 1 person, then at end of lease auctioned to place I bought from. Front brake pads and rotors replaced 1 month after purchase. Check engine light goes off 1 month after purchase. Exhaust flange replaced 1 month after purchase. 3 months after purchase fuel indicator goes wacky, check engine light goes off and on. 1 year after purchase engine dies, intercooler was culprit, only 76,000 miles on vehicle. Transmission was found to have a leak, the right servo rubber seal was replace. Exhuast has leak at or up to y pipe area. Something underneath is cracked severly. I am depressed, as I paid $19,000 am stuck paying $31,000 in long run through financial institute, and can't do anything with negative equity, and bad credit history. Dealership refused to fix problems when first purchased and still refuses to offer financial relief. Warranty co. And financial institute are just as uncaring. I was made to believe it was a sturdy, long lasting vehicle, and have since found out otherwise. Oil is big problem, have to feed it half to 3/4 qt. Every 2 days. Gas consumption is poor, can only go 110 mi. Per fill up. Oil, oil filter and air filter are changed on regular basis. Shocks are the pits, takes bumps hard, and feels like it is going to break in the rear. Also known problem is the rear clunk, thump on stop and go, is caused by a item underneath that turns. Could of been killed when engine died on major highway, but was able to roll off to shoulder before ceasure. I consider major depression from this a injury.
Problems that continue to exist are as follows: 1- miles per gallon are far below what was indicated. In such a spiraling cost per gallon environment, usage of gas it 30% to 50% greater than the manufacturer says. I believe this is deceptive 2- the "engine warning light" has gone on several times. This last time the honda dealer says it is a special "backordered" item that may fix both the mpg issue as well as the "warning" issue. The question that could not be answered was, it is harmful to the car or a danger to me driving the car. 3- during a recent ice storm my car bumped a telephone pole and it shattered the bumper. The speed could not have exceeded 2 to 3 MPH. The entire bumber has to be replaced due to the extensiveness of the damage....cost ~$1000.00. 4- upon evaluating the above issue the repair specialist (an independent car repair person) asked if I knew that my vehicle was not a honda but an isuzu. I was not made aware of this during my purchase!!! An issue I consider to be deceptive as this will constiture my fourth or fifth "honda". I was LED to believe I was, again, purchasing a "honda". Not happy about that. What can you do to help me with the above issues. My warning light has been on for almost 3 weeks now since I took it to the dealer. Is this too long and what is happening to the engine of my car? Thanks for your assistance! Ray vaitsas 1000 pebble drive greensboro, nc 27410
Consumer states the vehicle drifts to the right, vehicle has had 2 separate wheel alignments performed and the vehicle has not been off pavement/road and has been used only under normal driving conditions, consumer states the vehicle is still experiencing a noticable drift to the right and will have to return to the dealer for the third time.
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