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NHTSA has 584 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Accord[1], and three recalls apply to it[2][3][4]. Two of those recalls involve the fuel pump, so check that the work was done before you buy.

584owner complaints[1]
3recalls[5]
21–48MPG combined (EPA)[6]
5★NHTSA overall rating[7]

Reported problems

Owners filed 584 complaints with NHTSA[1]. Of those, 41 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 25 injuries and 2 deaths[1]. These are unverified reports, and one complaint can name more than one component. No change needed.

Component group Complaints Median miles at failure
Electrical system[8] 164 31,000
Unknown or other[9] 137 19,200
Engine[10] 68 33,500
Brakes[11] 60 22,500
Fuel/propulsion system[12] 56 33,000
Wheels[13] 44 15,000
Forward collision avoidance[14] 39 62,000
Power train[15] 33 15,813

We also read a small sample of complaint texts for four of these groups. The themes below describe that sample only, not all owners.

Recalls

Three recalls are on file for the 2017 Accord, newest first. You can look up a car's VIN on NHTSA.gov[2].

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and transmission. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices from when the car was new.

Version City / Highway / Combined MPG EPA annual fuel cost
2.4L 4-cyl, automatic (variable gear ratios)[16] 27 / 36 / 30 $2,250
2.4L 4-cyl, automatic (AV-S7)[17] 26 / 34 / 29 $2,300
2.4L 4-cyl, manual 6-speed[18] 23 / 32 / 26 $2,600
3.5L 6-cyl, automatic 6-speed[19] 21 / 33 / 25 $2,700
3.5L 6-cyl, automatic (S6)[20] 21 / 32 / 24 $2,800
3.5L 6-cyl, manual 6-speed[21] 18 / 28 / 21 $3,200
Accord Hybrid, 2.0L 4-cyl, automatic (variable gear ratios)[6] 49 / 47 / 48 $1,400

All versions use regular fuel and front-wheel drive[21][19][20][18][16][17][6]. The gap between the best gasoline version and the V6 manual is 9 MPG combined[16][21].

Safety ratings

NHTSA rates the 2 door front-wheel-drive Accord 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for frontal, side and rollover[7]. The 4 door front-wheel-drive Accord is also 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for frontal and 5 stars each for side and rollover[22]. The 4 door Accord Hybrid has the same ratings as the 4 door[23]. Rollover risk is listed at 9.9% for each[7][22][23].

Engine and size

EPA lists these horsepower ratings for 2017 Accord test cars: 143 hp for the 2.0L 4-cylinder[24], 185 hp for the 2.4L 4-cylinder[25] and 278 hp for the 3.5L 6-cylinder[26].

Dimensions below are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

Version Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
2 door coupe EX/EX-L Navi[27] 190 in 73 in 57 in 107 in 3,263 lb
2 door coupe EX-L V6[28] 190 in 73 in 57 in 107 in 3,534 lb
4 door sedan LX/Sport/EX-L/Touring[29] 193 in 73 in 58 in 109 in 3,298 lb
4 door sedan EX-L V6/Touring V6[30] 193 in 73 in 58 in 109 in 3,560 lb
Hybrid 4 door sedan[31] 195 in 73 in 57 in 109 in 3,514 lb

How 2017 compares with other years

1995: 543 complaints, 2 recalls19951996: 472 complaints, 1 recalls1997: 460 complaints, 3 recalls1998: 1,200 complaints, 6 recalls1999: 1,135 complaints, 4 recalls19992000: 1,183 complaints, 8 recalls2001: 922 complaints, 7 recalls2002: 1,050 complaints, 5 recalls2003: 1,987 complaints, 13 recalls20032004: 1,018 complaints, 13 recalls2005: 686 complaints, 15 recalls2006: 433 complaints, 12 recalls2007: 525 complaints, 9 recalls20072008: 1,520 complaints, 8 recalls2009: 727 complaints, 10 recalls2010: 641 complaints, 13 recalls2011: 311 complaints, 9 recalls20112012: 381 complaints, 8 recalls2013: 1,437 complaints, 6 recalls2014: 1,012 complaints, 5 recalls2015: 641 complaints, 6 recalls20152016: 611 complaints, 4 recalls2017: 584 complaints, 3 recalls58420172018: 2,008 complaints, 6 recalls2019: 792 complaints, 6 recalls20192020: 403 complaints, 6 recalls2021: 293 complaints, 4 recalls2022: 315 complaints, 4 recalls2023: 230 complaints, 9 recalls20232024: 230 complaints, 6 recalls2025: 116 complaints, 3 recalls2026: 13 complaints, 2 recalls
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Accord model year. The 2017 is highlighted[5].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
19955432
19964721
19974603
19981,2006
19991,1354
20001,1838
20019227
20021,0505
20031,98713
20041,01813
200568615
200643312
20075259
20081,5208
200972710
201064113
20113119
20123818
20131,4376
20141,0125
20156416
20166114
20175843
20182,0086
20197926
20204036
20212934
20223154
20232309
20242306
20251163
2026132

NHTSA lists 584 complaints and 3 recalls for the 2017 Accord[5]. The 2016 model year has 611 complaints and 4 recalls[5]. The 2018 model year has 2,008 complaints and 6 recalls, and 2,008 is the highest complaint count of any Accord year listed[5]. So 2017 sits just below 2016 and far below 2018. Complaints are not adjusted for sales, so treat the comparison as a rough guide.

Should you buy a used 2017 Accord?

Owner complaints spread across electrical, engine, brake and fuel groups[8][10][11][12]. Then merge the last two sentences, for example: 'If you are shopping for a V6, note that recall 19V060 applies to that engine[4], and yearly fuel cost runs from $1,400 for the hybrid to $3,200 for the V6 manual[6][21].' Owner complaints spread across electrical, engine, brake and fuel groups[8][10][11][12]. The first thing to check is recall work. Ask for proof that the fuel pump recalls (and the seat sensor recall) were completed, and run the VIN on NHTSA.gov[2][3][4]. If you are shopping for a V6, note that recall 19V060 applies to that engine[4]. Fuel costs also vary a lot by version, from $1,400 a year for the hybrid to $3,200 for the V6 manual[6][21].

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Honda Accord?
By complaint count, NHTSA lists 164 for the electrical system, 68 for the engine, 60 for brakes and 56 for fuel/propulsion out of 584 total[1][8][10][11][12]. These are unverified owner reports.
Does the 2017 Honda Accord have recalls?
Yes, three are on file: 26V332 for the passenger seat weight sensor, 23V858 and 19V060 for the fuel pump[2][3][4]. Recall 19V060 applies to 3.5L V6 cars[4].
What gas mileage does the 2017 Honda Accord get?
EPA combined ratings run from 21 MPG for the 3.5L V6 manual to 30 MPG for the 2.4L with a variable gear ratio automatic[21][16]. The Accord Hybrid is rated 48 combined[6].
How safe is the 2017 Honda Accord?
NHTSA gives the 2 door 5 stars overall and the 4 door 5 stars overall with 4 stars for frontal[7][22].
Is 2017 a good year for the Honda Accord?
It has 584 complaints, fewer than 2016 at 611 and far fewer than 2018 at 2,008[5]. Complaints are not adjusted for sales.

Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 584 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Honda Accord (41 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 25 injuries, 2 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. Recall 26V332, filed May 21, 2026: Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger. NHTSA recall database
  3. Recall 23V858, filed December 18, 2023: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
  4. Recall 19V060, filed January 29, 2019: Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
  5. Owner complaints and recalls for every Honda Accord model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  6. EPA rating for Accord Hybrid, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 49 city / 47 highway / 48 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,400. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  7. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 2 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 5 stars; rollover risk 9.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 164 complaints name the electrical system component group (5 crashes, 6 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 31,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 137 complaints name the unknown or other component group (5 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries, median mileage at failure 19,200). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 68 complaints name the engine component group (2 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 33,500). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 60 complaints name the brakes component group (5 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 22,500). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. 56 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (2 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 33,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  13. 44 complaints name the wheels component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 15,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  14. 39 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (5 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 62,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  15. 33 complaints name the power train component group (3 crashes, 1 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 15,813). NHTSA vehicle records
  16. EPA rating for Accord, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 36 highway / 30 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,250. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  17. EPA rating for Accord, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 26 city / 34 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,300. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  18. EPA rating for Accord, 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 23 city / 32 highway / 26 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,600. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  19. EPA rating for Accord, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 33 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  20. EPA rating for Accord, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 32 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  21. EPA rating for Accord, 3.5L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 28 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  22. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 5 stars; rollover risk 9.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
  23. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 5 stars; rollover risk 9.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
  24. EPA Test Car List, 2017 Honda Accord with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 143 hp. www.epa.gov
  25. EPA Test Car List, 2017 Honda Accord with 2.4L 4-cylinder: rated 185 hp. www.epa.gov
  26. EPA Test Car List, 2017 Honda Accord with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 278 hp. www.epa.gov
  27. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ACCORD 2DR COUPE EX/EX-L NAVI: length 190 in, width 73 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 107 in, curb weight 3,263 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  28. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ACCORD 2DR COUPE EX-L V6: length 190 in, width 73 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 107 in, curb weight 3,534 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  29. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ACCORD 4DR SEDAN LX/SPORT/EX-L/TOURING: length 193 in, width 73 in, height 58 in, wheelbase 109 in, curb weight 3,298 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  30. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ACCORD 4DR SEDAN EX-L V6/TOURING V6: length 193 in, width 73 in, height 58 in, wheelbase 109 in, curb weight 3,560 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  31. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ACCORD HYBRID 4DR SEDAN: length 195 in, width 73 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 109 in, curb weight 3,514 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.