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2022 Honda Passport

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Passport.

Transmission Automatic (S9)

The 2022 Honda Passport routes power through a 9-speed automatic transmission to deliver an EPA-rated 19/24/21 mpg, operating with a 5.4-quart, 0W-20 viscosity oil capacity. From a reliability standpoint, this model year carries 4 recalls and 55 total owner complaints predominantly focused on the electrical system. While this positions the 2022 Passport far better than the model's historically problematic 1998 peak of 270 complaints, its figures notably trail the 15-complaint low set by the 2024 model year, meaning it escapes the severe pitfalls of earlier generations but falls short of the nameplate's modern reliability ceiling.

Model year202620242023202220212020201920022001

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque94.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/24/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

Tire size265/45R20 104HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S9)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189.8 in
Overall width78.7 in
Overall height71.7 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight4167 lb
Track (front / rear)66.5 / 66.5 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 24 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Passport of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.0–6.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.00 sec — 2022 TrailSport
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022TrailSport 3.5L V66.00 sec14.60 sec280 hpAWD
2022TrailSport 3.5L V66.40 sec14.90 sec280 hpAWD
2022TrailSport 3.5L V66.50 sec15.00 sec280 hpAWD
2024TrailSport 3.5L V65.90 sec14.50 sec280 hpAWD
2019Elite 3.5L V65.80 sec14.60 sec280 hpAWD
2019EX-L 3.5L V66.10 sec14.70 sec280 hpAWD
2019Elite 3.5L V66.20 sec14.70 sec280 hpAWD
2019Elite 3.5L V66.50 sec15.00 sec280 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.4 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Honda DPSF-II in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 94.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.5 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.5 qt
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilHonda DPSF-II
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.92 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity1.95 Gallons

Engine torques

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)Use a new O-Ring: 9.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)33.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug35.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug35.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts94.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain PlugUse new plugs: 26.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)Checking Speed: 710 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load)Speed Up Speed: 710 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerHonda
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque16.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.33-1.44 lbs
Oil GroupPOE
Oil TypeDenso ND-Oil 14
Oil Capacity4.25-4.50 oz

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)60.0-68.0 psi

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Inspection Procedure (Upper) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Perform inspection of ball joint boot for leaks, cracks or any damage. Step 3: Replace any ball joint boot as a complete component that is damaged and leaking grease. The ball joint boot if weak or cracked but not leaking grease can just have the boot replaced.
Inspection Procedure (Lower) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Perform inspection of ball joint boot for leaks, cracks or any damage. Step 3: Replace any ball joint boot as a complete component that is damaged and leaking grease. The ball joint boot if weak or cracked but not leaking grease can just have the boot replaced.
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60°48 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°, Step 3: 90°, Step 4: This step is only necessary when using new bolts: 90°.22 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
1In 3 steps16 ft. lbs
2Go from center out in 3 even steps: 16.0

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Honda Passport sits in the middle of the current generation’s arc, and the federal record shows a clear downward trend in complaints and recalls from the model’s 2019 reintroduction. Complaints dropped from 268 in 2019 to 55 in 2022, and recalls fell from 10 in each of the first two years to 4 in 2022—a sign that Honda addressed many early issues through the 183 TSBs issued for 2019 and subsequent service bulletins. The 2022 model’s top complaint areas are electrical system (5) and forward collision avoidance (4), but it logged only one crash complaint and zero fire complaints, indicating no widespread safety crisis. Compared to the 2021 model (128 complaints, 7 recalls) and the 2023 model (33 complaints, 5 recalls), the 2022 sits in a sweet spot: it has far fewer issues than the early years but still benefits from the same investigation level (3) as the problematic 2019-2021 models, suggesting lingering scrutiny. Overall, the 2022 Honda Passport is a good year to buy if you want a used model that has already benefited from the manufacturer’s early-generation fixes, though you should verify that all relevant TSBs have been applied, especially for the electrical and brake systems.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
84
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
3
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
55
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 55 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System5
Unknown Or Other4
Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance4
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Steering3
Power Train3
Vehicle Speed Control,Engine2
Unknown Or Other,Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V174000Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:ExteriorReported 16/03/2023

Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2020-2022 Passport and Odyssey vehicles. The heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, allowing the… Remedy: Dealers will replace both left and right side-view mirrors, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…

23V431000Back Over Prevention:Display FunctionReported 15/06/2023

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector… Remedy: Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 84 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
A24-0612025-11-06Electrical SystemService Bulletin - The wireless charger starts charging the phone and then stops…
ATI&082120259032025-08-21Visibility/WiperDealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2025…
ATI&080720259022025-08-07Electrical SystemDealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2025…
A20-0222025-07-31StructureService Bulletin - One or more accessory running board lights are flickering or not…
ATI&072420259042025-07-24Visibility/WiperDealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022-2025…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 Passport take?

5.4 qt of Honda Motor Oil 0W-20 for Gasoline Engines, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Passport have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Passport get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg.