2017 Honda Accord Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Honda Accord. Part of Generation 9 — 2013–2017.

20162018
Complaints
746
per 10K Sold
23.1
US Sales
322,655
Crashes
59
Fires
16
Injuries
40
Fatalities
5
Recalls
2

Worst 2017 Honda Accord Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1142 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:32,623 mi
Crash-related:5
Fires:4
#260 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:41,131 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:3
#352 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:35,775 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Honda Accord.

Electrical Faults
142
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
4
Avg Miles
32,623
Engine Problems
60
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
41,131
Fuel System
52
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
35,775
Wheel Issues
43
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
15,489
Brakes
42
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
21,810
Transmission / Drivetrain
32
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
48,577
Steering Defects
23
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
Avg Miles
28,930
Airbags
22
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
1
Avg Miles
27,541
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
21
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
37,049
Headlight/Taillight Failures
20
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
33,750
Body Structure
19
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
13,690
Unintended Acceleration
18
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
24,124
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
62,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
106,000
Seat Belt Issues
12
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Avg Miles
36,932
Wipers & Visibility
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
22,125
Electronic Stability Control
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
17,210
Lane Departure: Assist
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
62,000
Lane Departure: Warning
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
66,775
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
56,000
Gasoline Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
69,000
Tire Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
15,893
Fuel System, Other
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Camera System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Honda Accord

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,927,492 vehicles.

23V858000Fuel Pump
~2,490,460 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

19V060000Fuel System, Other:delivery:fuel Pump
~437,032 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.

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2017 Honda Accord — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 Honda Accord reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2017 Honda Accord has 746 NHTSA complaints, 59 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 142 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Honda Accord?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (142 complaints, avg 32,623 mi); Engine Problems (60 complaints, avg 41,131 mi); Fuel System (52 complaints, avg 35,775 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Honda Accord?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 34,868 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Honda Accord?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Honda Accord include 59 crash-related reports, 16 fire reports, 40 injuries, and 5 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 Honda Accord have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 2,927,492 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Honda Accord?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Honda Accord reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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