Recall 10V436 affects 149,992 1998-2002 Honda Passport, Rodeo, and Axiom vehicles for rear suspension bracket corrosion. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda recall 10V436 covers 149,992 1998-2002 Passport, Rodeo, and Axiom vehicles exposed to road salt in listed states. Excessive corrosion can detach the rear suspension lower link bracket from the frame, affect handling, and raise crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear suspension lower link is a metal arm that helps hold the rear wheels in the correct position under the vehicle. On 1998-2002 Passport, Rodeo, and Axiom vehicles, the concern is the forward mounting point bracket for that lower link. That bracket anchors the suspension link to the body structure so the rear suspension stays aligned while the vehicle turns, brakes, and carries weight.
On affected vehicles exposed to road deicing materials, corrosion forms around the left or right rear suspension lower link bracket sooner than expected. The issue is not the normal surface rust many older vehicles show. The problem is excessive corrosion near a suspension mounting point, where weakened metal reduces the strength of the bracket that holds the rear suspension link in place.
There is no warning sign before failure. A vehicle can feel normal from the driver's seat while corrosion is building around the rear suspension mounting area.
Who's affected?
Spans Passport, Rodeo, and Axiom SUVs across 1998-2002, all involving the rear suspension.
| 1998 Honda Passport | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 1999 Honda Passport | rear suspension |
| 2000 Honda Passport | rear suspension |
| 2001 Honda Passport | rear suspension |
| 1998 Isuzu Rodeo | rear suspension |
| 1999 Isuzu Rodeo | rear suspension |
| 2001 Isuzu Rodeo | rear suspension |
| 2000 Isuzu Rodeo | rear suspension |
| 2002 Isuzu Axiom | rear suspension |
| 2002 Honda Passport | rear suspension |
| 2002 Isuzu Rodeo | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 149,992 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Excessive corrosion in the rear suspension lower link bracket area can let the bracket detach from the frame. That affects vehicle handling and can lead to a crash. If the vehicle feels unstable, stop using it and contact a Honda dealer for recall service. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 1998-2002 Honda Passport, Rodeo, or Axiom is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer for inspection guidance before scheduling service.
- Schedule the rear suspension lower link bracket inspection that checks for corrosion near the frame connection.
- Ask the dealer whether the repair will be anti-corrosion treatment, a reinforcement bracket, or another Honda-approved remedy, and confirm the work is covered before service begins.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V436 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection and repair are complete. Rear suspension corrosion can affect vehicle handling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician inspects the rear suspension lower link bracket area for corrosion. If little or no corrosion is found, the technician treats the area with an anti-corrosive compound. If corrosion has damaged the bracket connection to the frame, a reinforcement bracket is installed. If corrosion is too severe for that repair, Honda extends a repurchase offer. The final dealer repair will be free once available, subject to the source terms for vehicle age and the notice window.
Timeline
| September 22, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 10, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V436?
Recall 10V436 covers 149,992 1998-2002 Honda Passport, Isuzu Rodeo, and Isuzu Axiom vehicles with rear suspension lower link bracket corrosion in road-salt states. The bracket can detach from the frame, affecting handling and increasing crash risk. Dealers inspect and repair the bracket area for free when eligible.
What should I do if my 1998-2002 Honda Passport, Isuzu Rodeo, or Isuzu Axiom is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 10V436. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer for a rear suspension lower link bracket inspection. Reference recall number 10V436 when you call. The dealer will explain the free repair path for your vehicle.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and this recall provides free inspection and remedy work for eligible vehicles. The dealer will treat the area, install a reinforcement bracket, or explain the source-backed repurchase path if corrosion is too severe for the bracket repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a rear suspension bracket separating from the frame. If that happens, vehicle handling is affected and crash risk increases. Until the vehicle is inspected, avoid dismissing rear suspension noise, looseness, or handling changes, and ask the dealer whether the vehicle should be towed.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The recall still follows the VIN, not the owner. A used Honda Passport, Isuzu Rodeo, or Isuzu Axiom remains eligible if its VIN is included and the recall conditions apply. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Honda dealer with recall number 10V436.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V436000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-800-255-6727 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V436 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V436000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →