2017 Honda Accord Hybrid
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 45 |
| 2018 | 113 |
| 2019 | 93 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 48 |
| 2022 | 54 |
| 2023 | 139 |
| 2024 | 76 |
| 2025 | 21 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
33% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file.
20% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The driver side air bag did not deploy, however, the passenger side air bag ceployed when we hit a deer at 70 mph! Both air bags should have deployed since we hit the deer in the center of the car! My wife an I are very lucky to be alive!
NHTSA ODI report, 20231027
Also filed under AIR BAGS and STRUCTURE
13% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and warnings.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
On [XXX] just got off [XXX] driving on [XXX] street when there a red came on on my dashboard, then as if someone else stepped on my accelarator. The Honda Accord 2017 hybrid started accelerating.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230802
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
9% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Pedestrian alert sounds
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...
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.
Campaign 23V858000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
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.
Campaign 26V332000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Honda Accord Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V858000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V332000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.