Rear Suspension Problems of Honda Passport - part 2

My vehicle is a 2001 Honda Passport 4x4 v6 with 73,000 miles. The frame broke right where the bracket for one of the arms in the rear suspension connects. This caused me to lose control.

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We have a 1996 Honda Passport that we recently helped our daughter buy. Shortly afterwards we found out about the recall on these, and found that our model year (1996) was not included. Today we were having new tires put on her car and our mechanic called to let us know that the frame rot was more than we initially though, so much so that he highly recommended that the car not be driven any longer as it was not road safe. We have spoken with Honda, and were told to direct our efforts to the NHTSA. This car is now can no longer be driven safely, and we are looking for the NHTSA to have this recall extended to include the 1996 model year. This past weekend we ran into another 1996 Passport owner, and found they have the same issue. Now we had some of the frame rot repaired at a local welding shop, but did not know the full extent of the damage until today when our mechanic called us. The campaign for the current recall for the Honda Passport/isuzu rodeo is 10v436000.

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S10 appropriate handling-letter to the secretary from expressing concerns regarding the safety of the 1988-2002 Honda Passports. The consumer stated his daughter was driving the vehicle, when suddenly, she could no longer control it. She was able to get the vehicle to a repair facility. Once the vehicle was placed on the rack, it was discovered the struts had detached from the from frame which had rusted out. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer where it was examined by their body shop. The consumer was informed the frame was completely unrepairable and it would cost more to fix it than the vehicle was worth. The consumer received a recall notice in December 2010 regarding the rust problem after he had already taken it to a junkyard.

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The contact owns a 1999 Honda Passport. The contact stated that the undercarriage had become corroded and rusted which caused a lot of problem. However, the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in recall 10v436000 (suspension: rear) as she was living in florida. The contact called the dealer who stated that they would not repair the vehicle under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

The contact owns a 1999 Honda Passport. The contact stated while driving 35-40 mph, the vehicle became abnormally hard to control. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the vehicle was test driven and the contact was advised that the front frame strut was corroded and causing frame to fail. The mechanic advised that the frame could not be repaired and the vehicle was sold. The failure and the current mileage was 80,000. Updated 5/2/11 updated 05/16/11.

Driving approx 45 miles per hr. Passport suddenly pulled us into the left lane. We were able to get back into correct lane and pull vehicle over. Drove directly to our mechanic at approx 20 miles per hr. For about 2 miles. He looked under the vehicle and said trailing head was broke from frame and frame was rusted. The vehicle is sitting in my drive unable to drive. Both sides are broke at trailing head and rusted so bad you can push and break a hole in the frame. The frame is the only rust on the vehicle. We were lucky there was no traffic coming towards us and that we were not going very fast. There was no prior notice, all of a sudden the car veered left into the other lane and it was hard to get it controlled and into the correct lane and pulled over.

The contact owns a 1999 Honda Passport. While conducting routine maintenance he found the front and rear suspension was corroded and covered with rust. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that there were no recalls for this failure. There was a related recall but the manufacturer had not provided an owner notification schedule; NHTSA recall#10v436000; suspension: rear. The manufacturer was notified but informed him that they are aware of the recall but have not made a decision on how to handle it. The failure mileage was 68,600. Updated 01/19/11 updated 01/31/11.

I was driving on a straight 2-lane state route. While crossing an intersecting 4-lane highway, I heard a small noise in the rear. Immediately after crossing the intersection, I experience entire loss of control of my vehicle. I swerved from side to side while attempting to slow down and was sure the vehicle was going to roll over on its side. After slowing to a stop, I was on the opposite side of the road in a small turn-around facing the opposite direction. I did not attempt to drive any further and called for a tow. The tow-driver indicated that he saw the problem and took me to the driver side of the vehicle. He then showed me the rear link bar had disconnected from the frame. It appeared it had rusted away from the frame. We then looked on the passenger side to see that it was also rusted very badly was also ready to break away from the frame. When my life flashed before my eyes, all I could do was pray and be thankful that my children were not in the vehicle with me and that my newly licensed 17 year old was not driving at the time. I am in the process of contacting Honda of America customer relations to be advised as to their stance on this issue.

The contact owns a 2001 Honda Passport. The contact stated that he received recall notice (NHTSA campaign id number: 10v436000 suspension rear). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where the technicians stated that a bracket would be installed to the rear suspension. The contact stated the rear suspension and the frame were severally corroded and the bracket would not repair the problem . The technicians at the dealership stated that there was severe corrosion and sent photographs of the corrosion to the manufacturer. The vehicle was currently at the dealership awaiting a response from the manufacturer if additional repairs would be made to the vehicle. The dealer stated the vehicle could be driven until the manufacturer responded. The contact refused unless a letter was provided stating that the vehicle was safe to drive. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

I have a 1999 Honda Passport that has a corrosion problem in the left back rear lower link to the frame. It is rusted to the point where there is a big crack between that piece and the frame. It was noticed today when I mounted new tires on the vehicle.

I have a 1998 Honda Passport and the bottom frame is all rusted and the rear axle or rear suspension trailing arm rusted till it fell off. Luckily it happened while my son was leaving our driveway and he was not on a highway driving at highway speed. So it is no longer driveable and we tied up the falling part and it was parked in our yard for almost a year because we could not afford to get it repaired. We now have to move to a townhouse and there is no place to park this vehicle so we had it towed to an autobody shop for an estimate. The initial estimate for cost of repair is about $2,000 which is more than what we can afford and it could possibly get higher once the repairs get started. So this is where we stand. We bought a Honda, used it for 2. 5 years and due to the poor quality of parts used to make this vehicle, it rotted out on us and fell apart and we have been unable to use it since the summer of 2009 and we can't afford to get it repaired. We feel that Honda should be reponsible for our loss of use of this vehicle. We were hoping to keep this vehicle and use for a long time but now is unable to.

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Frame rusted through causing control problems; back traction bar rotted off. Frame above wheels completely rotted out to three feet each side of wheel. Steering wheel at odd position. Possibly shifting whole back axle. Are told nothing can be done and dealership neglects to return calls and emails regarding problem even though they had completed work on the brakes and other repairs during the last year leading us to think they should have noticed a problem.

The contact owns a 2000 Honda Passport. While traveling 50 mph the contact noticed that the rear end of the vehicle would sway from left to right without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact had all four shocks and struts replaced on the vehicle; however, the contact was still experiencing the failure. The current mileage was 160000 and the failure mileage was 130000.

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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: NHTSA 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.

Had to replace rear end at a cost of $1800. Vehicle has about 55,000 miles. )ak.

Consumer received recall motice on rear axle damper lower mounting nuts in may 2001, and had recall repairs done. Vehicle has currently been experiencing vibration when driving over 50 mph. When applying brakes there is a thump in back of vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer about problem, and dealer stated will check to see what could be done.

Recall 00v058000 supposedly completed on my car, but part fell apart anyway.

Consumer complained of an unusual noise coming from the back trunk, dealer informed that after recall 00v058 was complete, the noise would be gone, after recall repair, the noise was still in the back and the only way that it would disappear is when the upper tail gate glass was open.

Consumer took the vehicle for repairs done but no parts for recall (00v-058). Yh.

Car & steering wheel vibrate & shake so hard it tends to put my hands & arms to sleep. Honda does not consider this a safety issue. The car has been in the shop seven times to address this problem; they have only made the problem worse. Now Honda expects me to drive the car 45 more days while waiting for a "master mechanic" to find the time to work on the car. This is totally unacceptable, I do not feel safe or have confidence in this car. I have filed a bbb report and contacted a lawyer. It is also my understanding Honda/rodeo made over 30 changes in the suspension system of the 2000 models.

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.

Recall 00v058000 isuzu/rear axle; when arriving at the dealership for schedule appointment on April 5, 2000, owner was informed that part(s) were not available to correct recall campaign. Dealer not sure when parts will be available.

While driving vehicle bounces. Also vibrates in the rear.

Vehicle pulls to the right because the right rear alignment defective. Yh.

Noise comes from under the vehicle dealer refused to do recall repair until the lease expires (00v-058). Yh.

Squeaky brakes since inception. Vibration at speeds above 40mph, worse at 55-65. Dealer has balanced tires 3 times, replaced brake shoes, problem still not corrected. Constant shaking. Additional problem when letting off the brake, feel bump in brake pedal. ( dot number: ).