The Honda Prologue spans 2024–2026 with 7 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2024, 2026, 2025 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2025, 2026, 2024. It delivers up to 104 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Honda Prologue is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2024 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Honda Prologue VIN — every digit explained
Every Honda Prologue carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Honda and the country it was built in (real Honda codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Prologue.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- USA19U · 19V · 19X · 1HF · 1HG · 478
- Canada2HG · 2HH · 2HJ · 2HK · 2HN · 2HU
- Mexico3CZ · 3DH · 3H1 · 3HD · 3HG
- JapanJH2 · JH3 · JR2
- ChinaLAL · LWB
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Prologue, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Honda Prologue have?
The Honda Prologue has 7 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2024–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2025 Honda Prologue recalls 1
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Honda Prologue and 2024 Acura ZDX vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Risk. A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in late 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are DO5 and RO6. The information in your report suggests that Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
2024 Honda Prologue recalls 3
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Honda Prologue and 2024 Acura ZDX vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Risk. A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in late 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are DO5 and RO6. The information in your report suggests that Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
Back Over Prevention:software
What's wrong. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 Acura ZDX and Prologue vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. Additionally, a software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays," 111, "Rear Visibility," and 305, "Electric-Powered Vehicles."
Risk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash or injury. Additionally, the loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will update the vehicle radio control module software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are TNL and XNK. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 4, 2026.
Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm
What's wrong. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 Prologue vehicles. The right front lower control arm may contain a manufacturing defect that can cause it to fracture.
Risk. A right front lower control arm fracture can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the right front lower control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is PIY.
Best and worst years for the Honda Prologue
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 3 tracked years, the worst years are 2024, 2026, 2025 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2025, 2026, 2024.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Prologue | Steering | Avoid | |
| 2025 Prologue | — | Avoid | |
| 2026 Prologue | — | Avoid |
What are the most common Honda Prologue problems?
The most-reported Honda Prologue problems are Seats (3 reports), Tires (1 reports) and Engine (18 reports) — out of 793 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Honda Prologue specifications & dimensions
The 2024 Honda Prologue measures 192″ long on a 122″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 5,207 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Honda Prologue window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 192″ | 78″ | 65″ | 122″ | 5,207 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Honda Prologue cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Prologue holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 107 cu ft of passenger volume and 26 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Honda Prologue tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Honda Prologue get?
The Honda Prologue returns up to 104 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $750/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2026 Honda Prologue gets 104 MPGe and costs about $750/yr to fuel — that's about $7,250 saved over 5 years versus the average new vehicle.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Prologue | 113 | 94 | $750 | — | — | Electric | |
| 2025 Prologue | 113 | 94 | $750 | — | 10/10 | Electric | |
| 2024 Prologue | 107 | 91 | $750 | — | 10/10 | Electric |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the Prologue stacks up against the most fuel-efficient electric cars, or calculate this Prologue's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Honda Prologue have? Power & range
The Honda Prologue is offered with 1 powertrain — Electric. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Electric motor | Single-speed | FWD | Electricity |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Honda Prologue tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Honda Prologue is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your Prologue's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
How much does a Honda Prologue cost to own?
A Honda Prologue holds its value well. A typical example keeps roughly 56% of its value after five years — losing about 44% to depreciation. Check what a used Prologue is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 84% | $25,200 | −$4,800 |
| Year 2 | 76% | $22,800 | −$7,200 |
| Year 3 | 68% | $20,400 | −$9,600 |
| Year 4 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 5 | 56% | $16,800 | −$13,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Prologue loses about 44% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $3,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Prologue ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Honda Prologue to insure?
A Honda Prologue costs about $1,352 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 6% below the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (94, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the Prologue's HLDI loss index. See Honda insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Honda Prologue safe?
The Honda Prologue earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:
| Year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Prologue | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2025 Prologue | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2024 Prologue | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.
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How many miles does a Honda Prologue last?
A well-maintained Honda Prologue typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Honda Prologue’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Prologue’s VIN free →All Honda Prologue model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Honda Prologue — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Prologue | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2025 Prologue | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2024 Prologue | 3 recalls | ★★★★★ |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Prologue?
By owner-complaint volume, 2024, 2026, 2025 drew the most reports. 2025, 2026, 2024 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Prologue have?
7 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2024–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Honda recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the Prologue get?
Up to 104 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
Is the Prologue safe?
The Prologue earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.
How many miles does a Prologue last?
A well-maintained Prologue typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Prologue reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Prologue is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Honda Prologue warranty?
New Honda models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Honda dealer.
Where is the Honda Prologue made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Prologue's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Honda may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Prologue have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.