2017 Honda Accord: Daytime running lights out
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2017 Accord report: daytime running lights out. CarComplaints.com lists 8 owner complaints, average mileage 43,000 miles.
NHTSA has 22 owner complaints for the 2017 Accord in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11647723 (filed 03/11/2025): “1) the bottom portion of the drl led strip in the driver's side headlight is no longer working. i can send pictures upon request. 2) there is an nhtsa service bulletin (19-042) for 2017 honda accord hybrids (all trim levels), but honda says my vin isn't includ…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11620929 (filed 10/21/2024): “The headlight assembly drl (daytime running lights) leds are burnt out and have melted due to daytime lights running too hot. these are a complete sealed assembly and need to be replaced as a unit due to mechanical failure from manufacture defect.…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: entire headlamp must be replaced (6 reports) honda came through (1 reports) replace bulb (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
LED DRLs are often integrated into the headlamp assembly, which may require bumper removal. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $800 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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