The Lemon IndexAll cars · Honda Accord · 2017
2017 Honda Accord. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 7
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 49 / 47 / 48 | Regular | $1,300 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 27 / 36 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (AV-S7) | FWD | 26 / 34 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 23 / 32 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto 6-spd | FWD | 21 / 33 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 21 / 32 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 18 / 28 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 7,200 and 47,200 miles. Median 26,000, from 258 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 31,000 | 12,700–48,000 | 59 |
| Engine | 33,500 | 7,100–65,200 | 36 |
| Brakes | 22,500 | 7,200–40,600 | 38 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 33,000 | 7,600–57,200 | 8 |
| Wheels | 15,000 | 2,500–25,500 | 33 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 23% |
| Brakes | 16% |
| Wheels | 16% |
| Engine | 10% |
| Body structure | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 584 | 41 | 9 | 21 | 2 | 37 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
26V332000 May 2026 Air Bags / Sensor / Occupant Classification / Front Passenger
Defect. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
23V858000 Dec 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. 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.
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
19V060000 Jan 2019 Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. 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.
Risk. Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Pedestrian alert sounds | 2023 | 2023 |
Manufacturer communications 103
Honda filed 103 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Service Bulletin - The brake tandem motor cylinder on certain vehicles may only operate in…
- Dealer Message - Today, American Honda is announcing a Product Update for certain 2017 Accord…
- Owner Notification Letter - On some Accord Hybrid models, the brake tandem motor cylinder may…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Accord 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honda Accord 2 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honda Accord Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
YouTube repair topics
98 videos about the 2013–2017 Honda Accord, 26.1M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 8 | 1.6M |
| Transmission & shifter | 5 | 1.4M |
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 3 | 667K |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 3 | 492K |
| Oil leaks & gaskets | 2 | 426K |
| Cooling system | 1 | 368K |
| Starter, alternator & belts | 2 | 325K |
| Brakes & ABS | 2 | 306K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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