Exterior Lighting Problems of Honda Passport

Cracks appeared on my headlight lens, some all the way through. Its a condition called crazing. Honda refuses to replace saying that I damaged them, which I haven't. If it rains hard, water can enter causing a short , headlights going out or a short causing a fire.

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 placed to Honda automobile customer service line [xxx] on xxx. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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Purchased this 2023 Honda Passport on January 31, 2026 as a certified pre-owned (cpo) vehicle from venice Honda, venice florida. On July 15, 2026, I noticed condensation inside the entire lens of my left headlight. The attached pictures will show no damage at all to the headlight. Venice Honda examined the vehicle and headlight on July 27, 2026 and upon completion the service tech stated that the cpo warrantee will not cover this headlight replacement. I advised the tech that on March 3, 2023, Honda released technical service bulletin 23-024 regarding moisture in the headlights on 2019-2023 Passports. I am deeply concerned that enough moisture inside the headlight would cause corrosion leading to shorting out the headlight. Attached is technical service bulletin 23-024.

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Case #[xxx] – outstanding concerns case #[xxx] 2026 Honda Passport, VIN: [xxx]. As we discussed, I am requesting that american Honda motor CO. Voluntarily repurchase my 2026 Honda Passport trailsport elite. March 9, 2026: during a scheduled oil change, I reported the phone echo and infotainment concerns. The dealership was unable to duplicate the issue at that time. May 27, 2026: vehicle evaluated for recurring infotainment concerns. The issues were not resolved. June 1, 2026: vehicle returned for continued infotainment concerns. The issues remained unresolved. June 19, 2026: the dealership replaced the entire infotainment/head unit. Unfortunately, the original defects persisted immediately following the repair. In addition, Honda released an over-the-air (ota) software update in March 2026. That update also did not resolve the infotainment defects. Since purchasing the vehicle in late October 2025, I have experienced persistent infotainment defects, including a phone echo affecting the receiving party on every outgoing phone call. Since I began formally documenting the issues in March 2026, I have documented 21 infotainment freezes and screen blackout incidents. These issues began shortly after I purchased the vehicle in November 2025 but were not individually documented until March. The multiple issues with my infotainment system screen blacking out while driving is a significant safety concern and prohibits my ability to safely use my car for maps and gps road conditions in the daily mountain areas I drive safely. Despite my attempt to bring this to Honda corporate on two separate occasions, they are dismissing the case. Honda engineers have admitted as of July 2, 2026 in writing that this is a known issue and they are admitted in writing, there is no fix. My Honda dealer has worked relentlessly to try to help me and Honda corporate customer service has dismissed me. I need help for my significant safety issue! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(.

Condensation has appeared inside the assembly with no visible signs of cracking or damage. Only one headlight is affected.

Auto has a known defect with headlight condensation ,Honda put out a bulletin sb 23-024 stating they are aware of this issue. Vehicle had this problem at 38000 miles just outside their standard 3 year 36000 mile warranty. To repair this Honda dealer stated a price of $1400. 00 ,which is a lot of money ,my concern is that failure to fix will lead to other headlight issues such as burned out bulbs and harness corrosion. Not to mention adding to dim light poor visibility.

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The led headlights are so dim that when other cars with normal led headlights pass you on the left or on the right it appears as though the headlights on the 2026 Passport are not even turned on. This constitutes a safety hazard. This is a well known issue with Honda as I discovered when researching the matter online after the vehicle purchase.

Upon many vehicles flashing headlights coming towards me, and the driver in front of me pulling over, I investigated once I reached my destination. It soon was evident that the water inside my driver's side headlamp had frozen and was creating a prismatic effect and reflecting light all over the road. This created significant safety risks to my family and other motorist. Honda investigated and acknowledged a TSB for water in the headlights due to a manufacturing defect. However the cost of replacement and the availability of a replacement lamp are prohibitive.

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I was driving down a dark road at night. The vehicle has the auto high beam feature. The high beams never activated while driving. So I am not sure if there is a bad sensor or it is the system. I have seen a lot of complaints about this feature on forums and facebook pages.

Headlights have condensation. Vehicle purchased in may 2019 and in November 2022 condensation is inside headlight. Mileage is 38,000.

Automatic high beam headlights turn on and off sporadically causing flashing lights for oncoming traffic.

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The headlights iced over completely while driving in light freezing drizzle. When they iced over it was at night and I was no longer able to see well enough to drive safely. These all led headlights need a heating system like emergency lights to prevent this in freezing conditions.

Vehicle has led headlights. In snowy conditions at night, buildup on headlights caused extremely reduced visibility. Required frequent pulling over, getting out of vehicle, and clearing headlights. Not a safe situation in the snow. Never had problems with halogen or hid lighting so I suspect it’s a heat issue due to led lights operating much cooler. Also, snow buildup on grille emblem that houses radar for accident avoidance causes system failure which results in instrument display of failure. The warning box completely covers the speedometer so you have no idea of your speed. Also not good in snowy conditions. This can be turned off, but not while moving, and defeats the purpose of the avoidance system.

While driving on the highway my Passport, I smelled what reminded me of electrical wires sizzling it was coming from the Honda display audio unit . The apple play stop working and I had no audio sound from the radio or other app. The unit was unresponsive and remain on with the engine cut off. The display while not working remain on for three day before turning off. The unit randomly continue to go out after the smell of burning wire. And error code begin to display: 6382 appeared. This problem is still occur and I had to replace my I phone because the inside of the phone was burn. I do want to have the Passport cause harm to someone before check this safe issue out.