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
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.
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.
| 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.
- Electrical System155
- Unknown Or Other131
- Engine62
- Fuel/Propulsion System55
- Service Brakes45
- Wheels43
Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.
- 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.