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2017 Honda Accord: airbags did not deploy in a crash

12 of the 540 complaints about the 2017 Honda Accord describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.

owner complaints
12
of this car's complaints
2%
typical mileage
33,000
recalls
1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below

Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year

What owners say

Filed Jul 16, 2026 · Airbags · MS · crash

This vehicle was involved in an accident. The car crashed into a concrete barrier separating the interstate highway. The front passenger airbag appeared to only partly deploy, and the driver air bag did not deploy.

Filed Oct 27, 2025 · Acceleration, Electrical · AZ · crash

While pulling into a parking spot my car unexpectedly accelerated. Brakes were unresponsive even after placing both feet on the brake pedal. Vehicle stopped only after I hit a tree. Engine continued to rev at which point I placed the vehicle in park and shut off the engine. Although the impact of the crash was severe my 1airbag did not deploy.

Filed Mar 6, 2025 · Steering · MO · crash · 1 injury

The contact owned a 2017 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the steering wheel locked in place without warning veering to the right direction, and crashed into a highway guardrail. The air bags did not deploy and the contact did not seek immediate medical attention; however, the contact suffered of headaches days after the accident. The contact later discovered that she had suffered a concussion after an unrelated MRI scan was performed. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer and was informed that there were no recalls associated with the VIN. The contact stated that the failure occurred an additional two times after the initial failure. The vehicle was later auctioned off after the contact could not afford to have the vehicle repaired for the damage. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed May 28, 2021 · Airbags · 70,000 miles · GA · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 40 mph, the contact became aware of a spare tire in the middle of the roadway. While attempting to avoid driving over the tire, the contact swerved and was struck by the vehicle on the driver’s side of the vehicle. The driver’s side seat air bag failed to deploy properly. The contact stated that there were holes in the air bag. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road and call 911. The contact was later told that no emergency service was available. The contact was informed to drive to the residence. There was no medical treatment at the scene however, the contact did see a doctor for pain in their upper left arm and left hip, and side. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed May 3, 2021 · Acceleration, Transmission · 5,517 miles · AL · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda accord. The contact stated while her mother was driving at low speeds, the vehicle accelerated without warning. It was unknown if any warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to el paso honda located at 1490 lee trevino dr, el paso, tx 79936 (915) 591-6100 where they were unable to determine the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated while driving at low speeds the vehicle accelerated, jumped the curb and crashed into a tree. The air bags failed to deploy. There was no reported fire. The police report had not been finalized. The driver was provided medical attention however succumbed to her injuries. A witness informed the police that the driver was speeding. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,517.

Filed Dec 9, 2020 · Airbags, Seat belts · CA · crash · 1 injury

The vehicle was in motion and slid off the road, the airbags did not deploy and a code for the seatbelt was detected.

Filed Jan 29, 2020 · Airbags, Body · 44,000 miles · MD · crash

My airbags didn't deploy at the time of frontal accident at approximately 30-40 MPH. Accident happened on county street (glen mill rd montgomery county maryland) january 25th at 6:30 am. With the road being very dark, I didn't see a full size tree across the roadway from a severe storm the night before. I anticipated the airbag deploying on impact, however it seem like a minute or two before they deployed but never inflated ( niether the front or passanger side curtin) photos are on my phone and will send when I can download on this site.

Filed Dec 3, 2019 · Airbags · 44,000 miles · MD · crash · 2 injuries

I was driving southbound on md 301 highway in the far right lane (4th lane) going 45mph. The other vehicle was headed northbound on md 301 and made a left turn onto the sb lanes crossing all lanes. The collision occurred when the driver attempted to cross the 4th sb lane (my lane). I hit the car without breaking as I was traveling 45mph. This was a head on collision with extensive front end damage. My airbags did not deploy. There other vehicle had airbag deployment.

Filed Aug 23, 2019 · Brakes, Transmission · 12,000 miles · NC · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda accord. The contact stated that the vehicle jumped the curb crashing into a building while the brake pedal was being depressed. The contact also mentioned that vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed. The contact stated that she was transported to the hospital by ambulance as her heart rate was decreasing. The vehicle was towed to breakaway honda (330 woodruff rd, greenville, sc 29607 (877) 701-4395) where the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was serviced at breakaway honda for the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v060000 (fuel system, other). The contact was not sure if the manufacturer was contacted. The VIN number was not available. The failure mileage was 12,000. ## VIN failed ## ,2017 honda touring ##

Filed Nov 8, 2018 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 16,098 miles · CA · crash

Tl* the contact owned a 2017 honda accord. While the contact's wife was driving 40 MPH, the collision mitigation braking system failed and she rear ended another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was towed by liberty mutual insurance to a body shop and deemed a total loss. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified and provided case number: 09105290. The failure mileage was approximately 16,098. *dt consumer continued to brake but the brake failed to stop. The front airbag deployed. Updated 02/01/19

Filed May 11, 2018 · Airbags · 33,000 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 honda accord. While driving 45 MPH, the brake pedal was applied; however, due to a delay in the contact's reaction time, she crashed into the preceding vehicle. The air bag indicator illuminated and the air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained chest bruises, which did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to a body shop. The contact called galpin honda at (818) 837-6100 (located at 11151 laurel canyon blvd, san fernando, ca 91340), but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 33,000.

Filed Jan 25, 2018 · Acceleration · 9,800 miles · PA · crash

Tl* the contact owned a 2017 honda accord. While attempting to park the vehicle, it unintentionally accelerated at an unknown speed without warning and crashed into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (conicelli honda, 1100 ridge pike, conshohocken, pa 19428) where the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. State farm insurance stated that the vehicle was destroyed and could not be repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 9,800. *tt

Related recalls

Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passengerReported May 21, 2026 · 98,892 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk
Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
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. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous the federal safety agency recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning May 29, 2026.

Recall number 26V332000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2017 Honda Accord no deployment

Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2017 Honda Accord?

12 of 540 owner complaints about the 2017 Honda Accord (2%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2001.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2017 Honda Accord?

There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2017 Honda Accord

Backup camera 52Stalling 41Fuel pump 33Check engine light 28ABS 26Collision warning 19Screen failure 19Adaptive cruise 17Jerking 17Won't start 16Grinding brakes 15Hesitation 14Warning lights 14Lane assist 12Loss of power 12Headlights 11Airbag light 9Sudden acceleration 8Sunroof shattered 8Engine failure 7Seat belt 7CVT failure 6Misfire 6Tire blowout 6Door locks 5Power steering loss 5

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