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2017 Honda Accord

The 2017 Honda Accord earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 63/100. Expect about $38,624 to own it for five years, or $644 a month. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 540 complaints.

Recalls
3
Complaints
540
5-yr cost
$39k
MPG (EPA)
29
0
Fair
Ownership Score

2017 Honda Accord vs nearby years

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3 recalls may apply

For the 2017 Honda Accord. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

  • What's wrong: 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.

    Fix: 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.

Check recalls for this exact VIN at NHTSA

Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $14,750 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$38,624
$644/month · $0.64/mile
Depreciation$2,586
Insurance (national avg.)$12,000
Fuel / charging$6,930
Maintenance$7,180
Repairs$4,000
Loan interest$4,043
Taxes & fees$1,885

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

540 complaints38 involved a crash9 involved a fire
  • Electrical System155
  • Unknown Or Other131
  • Engine62
  • Fuel/Propulsion System55
  • Service Brakes45
  • Wheels43

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars
Overall
5 out of 5 stars
Frontal
4 out of 5 stars
Side
5 out of 5 stars
Rollover
5 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2017 Honda Accord 4 DR FWD

What to check on a used 2017 Honda Accord

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

  • Electrical and lights
    • Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
    • Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
  • Engine and transmission
    • Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
    • Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
  • Brakes
    • Press the pedal firmly: it should feel solid, not sink or pulse.
    • Listen for grinding or squealing when stopping.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Honda Accord a good car to buy?
The 2017 Honda Accord earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 63/100. Expect about $38,624 to own it for five years, or $644 a month. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 540 complaints.
Does the 2017 Honda Accord have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Honda Accord, including Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Fuel Pump; Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger; Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2017 Honda Accord problems?
Owners filed 540 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical system (155), engine (62), fuel/propulsion system (55), service brakes (45).
How much does a 2017 Honda Accord cost to own for 5 years?
About $38,624 over 5 years ($644/month) at an estimated $14,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.