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2017 Honda Accord

What 2017 Honda Accord owners report most

Electrical system faults are the most commonly reported problem, with owners describing unexpected behavior from vehicle controls while the car is parked and unoccupied. Engine and fuel/propulsion complaints follow, including reports of stalling, fire risk, and a widely noted lag in throttle response when accelerating from a stop. Service brake reports center on the collision-detection system triggering unintended hard braking in active traffic.

Most reported areas

Electrical System safety 28%
Owners report that windows and the sunroof open on their own while the vehicle is parked and the key is not in the ignition. · 6 fire · 5 crash · 3 injured
Engine safety 12%
Owners report engine-related incidents occurring while the vehicle is parked and shut off, including situations where the car could not be left safely. · 3 fire · 1 crash · 1 injured
Fuel/Propulsion System safety 10%
Owners and dealers report a known acceleration lag in which the vehicle fails to respond promptly when accelerating from a stationary or slow-moving position. · 1 fire · 2 crash
Service Brakes safety 8%
Owners report the collision-detection system falsely triggering and slamming the brakes to the floor in the presence of oncoming traffic, including mid-intersection events. · 5 crash · 1 injured
Wheels0 8%
43 reports (8%)

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 520 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.