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2017 Honda Accord EX-L V6
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2017 Honda Accord EX-L V6Posted 3 hours ago
Buyer report: 2017 Honda Accord EX-L V6
For the car posted by Jimoh Muhammad at ₦14,000,000 — its details, the seller, the price and the model's US safety record.
- Not inspected yet — book an independent inspection before paying.
- The maker issued 2 recall campaigns for this model year (latest 23V858) — free fixes at a dealer. Ask the seller whether the work was done; a dealer can confirm it from the VIN.
- 538 owner reports to NHTSA for this model year, mostly about electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system. A good mechanic can check these areas during your inspection.
- 121,160 km over 9 years (about 13,462 km a year, normal use).
- The VIN decodes and agrees with the post.
- 10 photos.
- Seller verified (business and ID).
- US safety rating (NCAP): 5/5 overall (front protection 5/5, side protection 5/5, rollover resistance 5/5).
Guidance from the post and public data, not an inspection: inspect the car, check the papers and pay through escrow.
Safety & recalls: 2017 Honda Accord
Safety ratings (US NCAP)
2 DR · FWD — 2 versions rated; the best-rated is shown.
Recalls — free fixes from the maker (2)
Recalls are repairs the manufacturer does for free. A recall for the model doesn't mean this car still needs it: ask for the repair record, or check the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup. Our list can miss campaigns.
| 23V858 | Due to swelling of the fuel pump motor impeller, the fuel pump may seize and stop working. A defective impeller may cause the fuel pump to become inoperative, which could prevent an engine from functioning as intended. This limitation may cause a loss of motive power or a stall while being driven,… | Affected vehicles above may be equipped with a fuel pump module manufactured with low density impellers. The low density impellers may absorb fuel over time and deform. If an impeller deforms to a point that it creates sufficient interference with the fuel pump body, and the fuel pump can become… | Owner Notification Letter - As stated in the initial noticed, the fuel pump module may have an improperly molded impeller. Over time the impeller can deform and cause the fuel pump to become inoperable. Safety Consequence An inoperable fuel pump could prevent an engine from starting, cause a… |
| 19V060 | Owner Notification Letter - Acura has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 20152019 model year TLX vehicles equipped with a V6 engine. Fuels containing high sodium content can contaminate certain internal components in the fuel pump and reduce fuel flow to… | Followup Notice - Our records indicate that an URGENT SAFETY RECALL has not been completed on this vehicle, refer to the address card for the affected VIN (vehicle identification number). Fuels containing high sodium content can contaminate certain internal components in the fuel pump and reduce… | Followup Notice - Our records indicate that an URGENT SAFETY RECALL has not been completed on this vehicle, refer to the address card for the affected VIN (vehicle identification number). In Accord vehicles equipped with a V6 engine, fuels containing high sodium content can contaminate certain… |
What owners report (538)
538 owners shared experiences with NHTSA about this model year. The parts mentioned most are worth a look during your inspection:
Electrical system
What owners mention“Defective radio causing deafening static sound even if radio is off. louder when radio is on! the volume control and power button has no effect on the static. the noise is so loud that drivers cannot hear sirens from emergency vehicles or the voice from navigation. internet search shows many 2017-2017 accord owners are effected by the same issue. video…” — 25 Sep 2026 “Unknown- my speedometer is off by 5 miles per hour. think i'm going the correct speed in a school zone and find out it's not reading correctly. got a device to check it and sure enough it's off. electrical- this is the second time my gps screen/radio has been replaced due to the fact that i am a realtor and i use this a lot to find the homes my clients…” — 24 Sep 2026 |
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Engine
What owners mention“Car shuts off at highway speeds and in stop and go traffic like it has a fuel delivery issue. car sputters and then loses all power. i know there was a previous recall on this vehicle but i’m curious whether it was actually fixed on my car specifically.” — 28 Jul 2026 “While driving the vehicle stops accelerating, it seems to have lost power and will not accelerate. it gives an error that says "check charge system" the vehicle has stopped accelerating while driving, most recently on the freeway while driving the car would not accelerate and i had to navigate to the side of the road while the car lost speed, causing…” — 16 Jun 2026 |
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Fuel/propulsion system
What owners mention“Car shuts off at highway speeds and in stop and go traffic like it has a fuel delivery issue. car sputters and then loses all power. i know there was a previous recall on this vehicle but i’m curious whether it was actually fixed on my car specifically.” — 28 Jul 2026 “Pulled off my street to go to work, and the car engine started hesitating, misfiring and losing power. i turned around and was able to get it to a safe location, but had to have it towed to the dealership. dealership ran codes said it was a bad injector issue and quoted me $2,600 to replace all 4. my accord just turned 9 and has had all recommended…” — 11 Jun 2026 |
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Service brakes
What owners mention“Abs, tire pressure (flashing for 1st minute or so), power steering, & traction control warning lights all came on. points to abs control unit failure. i had to panic stop the other day to avoid hitting a squirrel, & the wheels locked & the car skidded -- no abs pulsing of the brakes. i understand this is a very common problem with these cars. there should…” — 2 Oct 2026 “The car hit the brakes automatically at 70mph when passing on the left. there was absolutely nothing in front of the car that should have triggered the cmbs.” — 15 Apr 2026 |
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| Wheels | 43 | |
| Driver-assist braking | 34 | |
| Power train | 33 | |
| Steering | 24 | |
| Structure | 24 |
These are experiences shared by owners, not confirmed faults. One report can mention several parts.
Service bulletins
113 notes from the manufacturer to dealers (repair tips and known fixes), mostly about equipment, electrical system, power train. A dealer can tell you whether any apply to this car.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public data for vehicles sold in the US, as of 2026-10-07. Many cars sold in Nigeria are US imports (tokunbo), so this usually applies; versions built for other markets can differ.
Everything the VIN tells us
Exterior/Body (2)
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine (12)
| Engine Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement (CC) | 3471 |
| Displacement (CI) | 211.813416 |
| Displacement (L) | 3.5 |
| Engine Model | J35Y1 |
| Fuel Type - Primary | Gasoline |
| Valve Train Design | Single Overhead Cam (SOHC) |
| Engine Configuration | V-Shaped |
| Fuel Delivery/Fuel Injection Type | Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Engine Brake (hp) From | 278 |
| Cooling Type | Water |
| Engine Manufacturer | Honda |
Mechanical/Drivetrain (1)
| Drive Type | 4x2 |
Exterior/Dimension (1)
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) |
General (9)
| Make | Honda |
| Manufacturer Name | American Honda Motor Co., Inc. |
| Model | Accord |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Plant City | Marysville |
| Trim | EX-L V6 |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger Car |
| Plant Country | United States (usa) |
| Plant State | Ohio |
Mechanical/Transmission (2)
| Transmission Style | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 |
Passive Safety System/Air Bag Location (3)
| Curtain Air Bag Locations | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Front Air Bag Locations | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag Locations | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
Passive Safety System (2)
| Seat Belt Type | Manual |
| Other Restraint System Info | seat belts: front, rear, rear center |
Versions of the 2017 Honda Accord
Factory specifications for this model and year. The VIN does not say which of these trims this exact car is.
| Trim | Body | Engine (cc) | Cylinders | Power (PS) | Torque (Nm) | Fuel | Drive | Gearbox | L/100 km | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX-L V-6 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A) | Midsize Cars | 3500 | 6 | 278 | 252 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 26.0 | 3554 |
| EX-L w/Navigation 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl CVT) | Midsize Cars | 2400 | 4 | 185 | 181 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 31.0 | 3365 |
| EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M) | Midsize Cars | 2400 | 4 | 185 | 181 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Manual | 27.0 | 3267 |
| LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M) | Midsize Cars | 2400 | 4 | 185 | 181 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Manual | 27.0 | 3192 |
| Sport 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl CVT) | Midsize Cars | 2400 | 4 | 189 | 182 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 29.0 | 3342 |
| Sport 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M) | Midsize Cars | 2400 | 4 | 189 | 182 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Manual | 27.0 | 3276 |
| EX-L V6 w/Navigation 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A) | Midsize Cars | 3500 | 6 | 278 | 252 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 26.0 | 3559 |
| Touring V-6 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A) | Midsize Cars | 3500 | 6 | 278 | 252 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 26.0 | 3559 |
| EX-L 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl CVT) | Midsize Cars | 2400 | 4 | 185 | 181 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 31.0 | 3358 |
| LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl CVT) | Midsize Cars | 2400 | 4 | 185 | 181 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 31.0 | 3254 |
| EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl CVT) | Midsize Cars | 2400 | 4 | 185 | 181 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 31.0 | 3336 |
| EX-L V-6 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6A) | Compact Cars | 3500 | 6 | 278 | 252 | Regular Unleaded | Front Wheel Driv | Automatic | 25.0 | 3528 |
Showing 12 of 21 versions.
What a VIN check covers
- Make, model, year and trim where the factory records have it
- Engine, fuel, gearbox, drive and body
- Where the car was built
- Whether the VIN is well-formed (check digit)
- The model's US safety rating, recalls and what owners report, with a buyer report
What it can't tell you
- Damage, flood or salvage history
- Mileage, theft or finance owing
- Customs duty status: ask for the papers
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