1996 Honda Passport Body and structure Problems

“This vehicle has serious rust issues for its age. The frame is completely rusted through in many spots which makes it a hazard to drive. In april of 2011 the shock tower broke free of the frame and now wobbles free in the wheel well. We first noticed a rust problem some years back when my brother purchased the vehicle. He was the second owner of it at approx. 50k miles.”

“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. …”

“After experiencing a slight vibration at highway speeds, I removed my right front tire to inspect brakes, bearings, etc. I immediately discovered a large rust hole in my frame right where it bends up to the height of the engine mount. Further inspection revealed that hole, as well as, holes on the top and bottom in the same vicinity. I replaced the tire, removed the Passport from service and replaced it with a reliable vehicle. Since then I have monitored the web to see if any others had experienced frame rusting on Honda passports or isuzu rodeos. There were multitudes. …”

“I recently purchased a 1996 Honda Passport and was told you can't go wrong with a Honda --drove good, body good, interior immaculate, etc. A mechanic looked at it for recent repairs needed on the electrical system and I was shown the horrific rusted frame, he actually put his hand through it!!! And not just in one area, the whole frame!! Unbelievable! I am a service tech that drives a vehicle, on average, 500 to 700 miles a week. Fortunately, I was not driving on the interstate at 70mph when the frame could have cost me my life--or anyone else's that could have been in my path. …”

“Severe frame rust near the rear of the vehicle. Areas of the box frame around the right rear shock mount are completely missing and falling off due to rust.”