2019 Honda Passport electrical system problems

Related recalls

• Recall 20V440000Jul 28, 2020499,344 vehicles
  BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

  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.

• Recall 20V439000Jul 28, 2020607,786 vehicles
  BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

  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.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 27, 2026PAElectrical SystemLightingSteering

   Automobile warnings include: "Audio is Turned OFF" "Network Communication Lost" "MOST Net Off" Loss of all audio, screen, and backup camera. Most common when starting the car or hitting imperfections along any roadway. I need all audio, screens, and backup cameras functioning completely and predictably to ensure safe driving. Vehicle was recalled twice already for MOST cable and audio defects. Dealership refused to investigate related issues on XXX. No follow-up after a call…

   NHTSA complaint #11767250 · source
2. Filed Sep 15, 202662,000 miNJDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that the infotainment system screen intermittently turned off while driving approximately 65-80 MPH. The messages "Network Communication Lost" and "Most Net Off" were displayed. The failure caused the rear-view camera to become inoperable and the speakers to make crackling sounds, which distracted the driver. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer and a second dealer, Honda of Princeton (987…

   NHTSA complaint #11764514 · source
3. Filed Apr 22, 2026NYDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The safety features connected to the camera and vehicle sensors have all stopped working. Every time I start my car, multiple lights come on and dashboard messages that cruise control, lane assist and collision prevention systems are not working. The dealership quoted me $2300 to fix and said new sensors/computer system would need to be put in and calibrated. I tried putting a new battery in, which unfortunately did not help. I have heard of multiple other Passport drivers…

   NHTSA complaint #11733072 · source
4. Filed Mar 26, 2026CADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   My instrument cluster lite up all kind of problems like road departures mitigation systems problems,transmission problems,brakes system problems,collision mitigation systems problems,auto high beams problems,lane keeping assist problems and adaptive cruise control problems.

   NHTSA complaint #11727276 · source
5. Filed Mar 14, 2026OHDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   Even after recall repairs the vehicle continues to randomly display error messages with vehicle systems while driving. It has been cleared several times and battery changed but continues to return. This model has serious issues with the electrical components.

   NHTSA complaint #11724271 · source
6. Filed Mar 9, 2026GAElectrical SystemEngine

   Every so often, while waiting at a light, once I try to press the gas, the car will stall and loses power. It takes me turning the car off and back on several times before getting the car to stay on and accelerate.

   NHTSA complaint #11722886 · source
7. Filed Feb 20, 2026NMElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers

   Radio/Screen/Back-up camera do not turn on or turn off randomly and unexpectedly when driving. Usually receive a crackling sound and a MOST off network message before black screen. Upon initial start up of vehicle, a driver sets car to reverse relying and expecting a functional view of rear camera on screen. This issue makes backing up safety features unreliable.

   NHTSA complaint #11719363 · source
8. Filed Feb 17, 2026COElectrical System

   while driving the instrument panel went off for several seconds there is a recall for 2019 Passports for this issue but not my VIN

   NHTSA complaint #11718590 · source
9. Filed Feb 13, 202656,000 miCODriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH on the interstate, the instrument cluster briefly went blank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the instrument cluster and cable needed to be replaced. The contact was provided an estimate for the repair, but the vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V439000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical…

   NHTSA complaint #11717867 · source
10. Filed Feb 4, 2026MAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    My vehicle has experienced multiple dangerous incidents where it shuts down or shifts into neutral while driving. This has happened on highways, tunnels, busy on-ramps and main streets. The car loses power and requires restarting, which takes about 30 seconds. On a busy highway or street, this is enough time for a serious accident to occur if other vehicles cannot switch lanes on time. This has happened multiple times with my child in the car, and me being currently…

    NHTSA complaint #11715527 · source
11. Filed Dec 15, 2025TXDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

    Forward collision, Adaptive cruise control and all enhanced safety features related to the camera and front of vehicle sensor stopped working. Vehicle warning lights and messages do light up for every start. Only option has been to have a $2,500 repair bill for a 6 year old vehicle to install a new camera system by the dealer. This a well known manufacturer issue among owners. Infotainment system is losing network connections and completely going black. The system is only…

    NHTSA complaint #11705102 · source
12. Filed Oct 27, 202590,000 miOHDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that the warning lights on the instrument panel were illuminated and blinking. The lights had to be manually turned off. The message that the camera was obstructed was displayed. The maintenance past due, road departure litigation, ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control), and LKAS (Lane Keeping Assist System) were displayed. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V439000 (Back Over…

    NHTSA complaint #11695752 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology