2017 Honda Accord
Common Problems
Ranked from 217 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
16 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Battery issues leading to frequent dead car
58complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe battery frequently dies when not used for extended periods, requiring jump starts or replacement.
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Backup camera failure
55complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe backup camera intermittently stops working or displays a black screen, posing a safety hazard.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Engine misfires and check engine light on
49complaintsSafety riskEngineThe engine misfires and the check engine light illuminates, often accompanied by other warning lights.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
ABS Module Failure
30complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) module has failed, leading to brake lights staying on and reduced braking performance.
$800–$2,000est. abs module replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Radio and Audio System Produces Random High-Pitched Static Noise
29complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe audio system produces loud, random static noise through all speakers, even when the audio is turned off.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Steering issues causing erratic driving
11complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel shakes and jolts while driving, especially at stop signs, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
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Brake Light Malfunction
8complaintsLow severityBrakesMultiple brake lights remain illuminated, indicating potential issues with the braking system.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Electrical System Failure Leading to Audio and Safety Issues
5complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe electrical system fails, causing loud, uncontrollable static and malfunctions in safety systems like adaptive cruise control.
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Seating Issues Causing Unsafe Driving Conditions
5complaintsMedium severityOtherThe front driver's side seat moves independently into the steering wheel, posing a risk of injury and loss of control.
Related recall: 19V060000
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Service brake issues causing unexpected braking
5complaintsHigh severityOtherThe car's collision avoidance system applies the brakes unexpectedly at various speeds, posing a safety risk to the driver.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V060000
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Transmission Issues Causing Jerking and Stall
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission causes the vehicle to jerk and stall during acceleration, leading to a loss of control and safety hazards.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Backup Camera Malfunction
4complaintsMedium severityOtherThe backup camera has stopped functioning properly, showing a black screen or intermittently working.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V060000
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Random Screen Freeze and Unresponsiveness
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe digital instrument cluster and center infotainment screen randomly freeze, become unresponsive, or shut off entirely.
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Daytime Running Light Failure
2complaintsLow severityOtherDaytime running lights fail, reducing visibility during daylight hours.
Related recall: 19V060000
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Sunroof Shattering
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof shatters while driving on the highway, posing a risk of injury.
Related recall: 19V060000
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Vehicle Speed Control Issues
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe vehicle speed control system malfunctions, causing the car to lurch forward unexpectedly.
Related recall: 19V060000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.