2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Owner Complaints

On three different occasions earlier this year 2025, my car electric system would completely shut down. My safety was put at risk because this would often happen while I was driving. After three different diagnoses at two different dealerships, the San Francisco dealership found that there was a fuse shortage and it was an electrical problem. They were able to fix it and I paid out of pocket. Now, in July 2025, I was again on the road driving when I get an error message on the dash: emission system, problem, and cooling system problem. I was not able to accelerate my car. Again my safety was at risk. I had to stop on the street, turned off my car, and when I tried turning it back on, the engine would not start, but the electric system was fine. My car is a 2017 hybrid Honda Accord – it is way too new to be having all of these issues. I always take my car for maintenance regularly and my car is in good condition.

NHTSA ID

11670514

Incident

Jul 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at various speeds several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the warning lights remained illuminated constantly. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that there were no electrical failures with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred. Additionally, the contact stated that the cruise control was inoperable. The manufacturer was informed of the failure; however, after a request for additional information from the manufacturer, the contact was never called back. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

NHTSA ID

11662728

Incident

Apr 2, 2025

Mileage

115,000 mi

During particularly hot days when you first start the car the audio system suddenly lets out an extremely loud static noise that does not go away, even if you turn down the volume to zero, or turn off the system completely. It is very jarring and a dangerous distraction while driving. It has not been seen by a dealer, but online testimonies show they only opt to replace the unit out of the consumer's pocket. No warning messages pop up.

NHTSA ID

11661711

Incident

Apr 1, 2025

Clarion Radio head, Honda part 39101-T3W-A71. Radio is removed from car at this point and may be inspected, awaiting service. Speakers produce full volume static, especially correlated to a hot day. Static is unavoidable, occurs whether or not system is powered on or off. Source input also does not matter. Restarting car also does not fix issue. Safety is at risk by causing hearing loss and distracted/inattentive driving. Car is not drivable as long as this full volume static is occurring. Honda surely knows about this issue, there are wide reports of this issue on you tube and online discussion boards.

NHTSA ID

11657939

Incident

Apr 23, 2025

We are writing to bring to your attention a concerning issue with our 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid EX-L, which we purchased from the SF Honda dealership. Over the past few weeks, we’ve experienced a loud static noise coming from the audio unit — even when the audio is turned off. The only way to stop the noise is to put the car in park, turn it off, and restart it. Unfortunately, this solution is inconsistent, as the noise sometimes persists even after restarting. The sound is deafening and extremely distracting, which raises serious safety concerns for us. This is not just an inconvenience — it’s a significant hazard while driving. After researching the issue online, we discovered that this appears to be a known problem among Honda owners. Here is a video that reflects exactly what we’re experiencing: [XXX] . Given the safety implications, we are very concerned and would appreciate your assistance in looking into this safety issue. We have brought this to the attention of our local dealership, as well as Honda corporate offices. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID

11647986

Incident

Feb 21, 2025

Very loud static noise coming from the speakers, it is very distracting while driving and very annoying.

NHTSA ID

11621606

Incident

Jan 3, 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact became aware of an abnormal burning odor. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced engine hesitation while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to start and was jumpstarted. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the battery, the emission system, the throttle body needed to be replaced, and coolant needed to be added. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID

11615053

Incident

Nov 15, 2023

Mileage

40,000 mi

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID

11592445

Incident

Apr 23, 2024

Mileage

89,000 mi

The car emits a very loud noise through the speakers. This is NOT a radio issue. The noise cannot be stopped by turning off the radio. The noise is extremely loud, so loud you cannot hear police or fire sirens, anyone honking or even someone trying to get your attention from outside the vehicle. This is a known problem to Honda, but the company considers it a problem with the stereo system and not a danger. Let me tell you, it IS a danger. Imagine not being able to hear Emergency Alerts while driving toward a tornado or powerful storm. Or not being able to hear a police or ambulance siren due to the noise coming through the speakers. Again, the stereo system is off, there is no phone connected to the system but the loud static persists until you turn the car off. It then comes back after a minute or two of driving. Honda North American requested I have a diagnostic done at the dealership to confirm the issue with the Head Unit. That costs 200 dollars, but I did it, even though there are multiple complaints online and with the company on this same issue. The dealer replicated the issue. There are no warnings about the problem until the sound overwhelms the driver. It takes about a minute to begin and WILL NOT STOP. I can provide video upon request.

NHTSA ID

11590963

Incident

Feb 23, 2024

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! The insurance company inspected the car and considered it to be totaled. The sheriffs department also made an accident report! No warning lights were on at all, I just had the car tuned up and it was in good working condition! Air bags not deploying could be a Hugh issue for Honda in the future! Send me an email and I will scan the information in and send it to you!

NHTSA ID

11552334

Incident

Apr 23, 2023

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. There were cars in front of me, I believed next to me that I am going to crash into. My only option was to turn to the left to stop the car from me hitting another driver. I went into the divider and hit a tree which stopped the car. My car is in the body shop right now pending estimate and insurance recommendation. R&B Body shop 562 903 1100. Allstate claim # [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID

11535989

Incident

Jul 30, 2023

This is a dangerous problem and I expect Honda to have a major recall some day, unfortunately not today. Symptoms were two things, 1) ACC when on would not slow down with another car in front, it just kept accelerating into the car until I put on the brakes. Crazy dangerous. 2) The collision warning light would come on and beep loudly when there was no possibility of collision. Required replacing the radar unit, $5000 at the dealer. Dealer tech said that this unit is connected to every control system, brakes, steering, etc. Very dangerous to drive without a correctly functioning radar. If I could, I would just turn those features off, but there is no way to do that. Besides, I like those features. Car is 5 years old; my last payment is in August!

NHTSA ID

11513339

Incident

Nov 21, 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, several warning lights indicating brake failure was illuminated. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The contact stated that upon pumping the brake pedal, the brake responded. The contact stated that there was a 40-50 ft. stopping distance delay while driving at slower speeds and depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to Honda Technical Service Bulletin Number: 20-001 (2017 Accord Hybrid Brake Tandem Motor Cylinder). The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.

NHTSA ID

11495750

Incident

Nov 26, 2022

Mileage

101,000 mi

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving on a two-lane road, the brake pedal inadvertently engaged. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he previously had the windshield replaced and was concerned that after the replacement, the defects started to occur. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000

NHTSA ID

11486982

Incident

Sep 21, 2022

Mileage

91,000 mi

As I was driving straight about 40 Mph, the steering assist failure warning, lane assist failure warning, and power steering failure warnings all came on at the same time. Had I been going around a curve or turning I would've crashed, because the steering locked up and it was extremely difficult to steer. The failures and electronic warnings cleared as I was driving the car to the dealer the following morning.

NHTSA ID

11445621

Incident

Dec 29, 2021

My cruise control will start randomly blinking , while my radio screen freezes My wipers always streak my windshield, I’ve tried all brands, I think it’s the windshield

NHTSA ID

11435222

Incident

Sep 14, 2021

The car shows ACC, LKAS, CMBS warning lights coming up. There is an error about brake system that shows up on the dashboard. A lot of other Honda customers have reported the same issue on this forum https://www.driveaccord.net/threads/collision-mitigation-braking-system-problem-warning-light-see-your-dealer.502402/ Please check the forum for details and the risk to drivers.

NHTSA ID

11426292

Incident

Jul 24, 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Accord. The contact stated that after stopping at a stop sign and making a right turn, the vehicle immediately experienced unintended acceleration and veered to the right before crashing into a telephone pole. During the crash, the driver sustained a head and hand injury which required medical treatment. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away. The cause of the failures was not determined. The local dealer was notified of the incident. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 20,000.

NHTSA ID

11418521

Incident

May 4, 2021

Mileage

20,000 mi

THE BRAKES FAILED WHILE DRIVING. WHILE DRIVING AS A SLOW SPEED (FORTUNATELY) I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND ALL THE DASH FAULTS CAME ON AND THE BRAKED FAILED TO WORK. I HAD TO USE THE E-BRAKE TO STOP. I TURNED THE CAR OFF, BACK ON, THE FAULTS CLEARED AND THE BRAKES WORK. THIS COULD BECOME A DEADLY CRASH IF IT OCCURS AT HIGH SPEED AND THE NEED TO STOP ABRUPTLY HAPPENS.

NHTSA ID

11319740

Incident

Mar 30, 2020

Mileage

30,000 mi

ALL FOUR DOOR LOCKS HAVE FAILED ON THE VEHICLE, NEEDING TO BE REPLACED. THE FIRST DOOR LOCK - REAR PASSENGER - FAILED IN THE FIRST TWO YEARS OF OWNING THE CAR. IT WAS REPLACED AT HONDA DEALERSHIP UNDER WARRANTY. THE DOOR LOCK FAILED AGAIN ABOUT A YEAR LATER. THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR LOCK AND REAR DRIVER DOOR LOCK FAILED THEREAFTER. ALL THREE HAVE BEEN REPLACED. NOW DRIVER DOOR LOCK HAS FAILED NECESSITATING A REPLACEMENT. ADDITIONALLY, TRUNK LOCK HAS FAILED WHICH NEEDED TO ALSO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ID

11307818

Incident

Jan 10, 2020

Mileage

34,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE "BRAKING SYSTEM FAILURE" MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY STOP WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WHITE PLAINS HONDA (16 BANK ST, WHITE PLAINS, NY) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TANDEM MOTOR CYLINDER WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.

NHTSA ID

11287841

Incident

Nov 1, 2019

Mileage

70,000 mi

WHEN YOU ACCELERATE ON THE GAS THE CAR JUMPS AND YOU CAN FEEL IT IN THE GAS PEDAL. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO HONDA AND THEY CAN NOT FIGURE IT OUT SINCE NO ONE ELSE HAS COMPLAINED ABOUT IT. DOESN'T JUMP ALL THE TIME BUT MOSTLY WHEN I AM OVER 40 MPH, SOMETIMES IT HAS JUMPED AS SOON AS I HAVE TAKEN OFF

NHTSA ID

11280042

Incident

Feb 1, 2018

Mileage

32,000 mi

MANY NEW CARS ARE NOW EQUIPPED WITH DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS. I HAVE EXPERIENCED MANY DRIVERS INCLUDING MYSELF, WHO HAVE STARTED OUT DRIVING AT DUSK AND NOT REALIZED THAT THEY ARE DRIVING WITH THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS ON ONLY. THE VEHICLES TAILLIGHTS ARE NOT OPERABLE WITH ONLY THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS ACTIVATED. I JUST RECENTLY APPROACHED A VEHICLE ON A POORLY LIT ROADWAY THAT DID NOT HAVE ANY TAIL LAMPS ACTIVATED. THIS SEEMS TO BE A BUILT IN DANGER WITH THE NEW VEHICLES.

NHTSA ID

11277354

Incident

Oct 27, 2019

IT'S 2017 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID EXL. I AM DRIVING IN NEW YORK HIGHWAY. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 40/45 MPH IN HIGHWAY AND ALL IN SUDDEN I SAW A MESSAGE IN THE DASHBOARD IS SAYING " BREAK SYSTEM PROBLEM" "LANE DEPARTURE SYSTEM PROBLEM ", "AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROBLEM" AND "COLLUSION MIGRATION SYSTEM PROBLEM". I THOUGHT ITS MAYBE SOMETHING THAT GONNA GO AWAY AFTER RESTARTING THE CAR. BUT IT DIDN'T. I WENT TO THE GARAGE TO SEE WHAT IS THE PROBLEM THEN CHECK ON THE MACHINE AND ITS SHOWING ERROR CODE: P258364 MILLIMETER WAVE RADAR AIMING ERROR. AND IT DOES NOT CLEAR. THE PROBLEM STILL IN THE CAR.

NHTSA ID

11240224

Incident

Jul 26, 2019

AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM BROUGHT THE CAR TO FULL STOP AS I WAS ACCELERATING WHEN A LIGHT CHANGED FROM RED TO GREEN. THERE WAS NO RISK OF HITTING ANYTHING IN FRONT OF THE CAR. SPEED WAS ABOUT 10-15 MPH WHEN THE CAR PUT ON THE BRAKES. I WAS ALMOST REAR-ENDED BY THE CAR BEHIND ME. THE CAR WOULD NOT GIVE CONTROL TO THE ACCELERATOR FOR SEVERAL SECONDS. MY FOOT WAS OFF THE BRAKE. IN ADDITION, THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM OFTEN GIVES FALSE POSITIVES SUCH AS WHEN DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED (30-50 MPH) ON A 2-LANE ROAD (ONE LANE EACH DIRECTION, YELLOW SOLID LINES SEPARATING THE TRAFFIC) AND THE ROAD CURVES AND AN ON-COMING VEHICLE IS CORRECTLY AND SAFELY IN THEIR OWN LANE.

NHTSA ID

11231775

Incident

Jun 1, 2019

Mileage

15,000 mi