2024 Dodge Hornet
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 66 |
| 2025 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
42% of complaints: electrical system — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2024 Dodge Hornet. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he observed brown smoke emanating from the vent in the interior of the vehicle, prompting him to pull to the shoulder of the roadway.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240419
27% of complaints: service brakes — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
Just purchased a 2024 Dodge Hornet for my daughter on [XXX] She was involved in an accident on [XXX]. Cause of the accident was brake failure - as a result of said failure, she stuck a fuel truck going 45 mph on a highway offramp.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240513
Also filed under AIR BAGS
18% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: steering — 9 distinct reports on file.
FIRE12% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and adaptive cruise control.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and tighten the cable connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023.
Campaign 23V623000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The pedestrian alert siren may be missing or disconnected and fail to alert pedestrians when the vehicle is in reverse.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear pedestrian siren connection and, if necessary, secure and/or replace the connector or siren, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023.
Campaign 23V696000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The maximum vehicle capacity weight value on the tire placard label is incorrect.
Remedy: Dealers will add an overlay label to the tire placard information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 24V175000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The manufacturer label is missing the tire rim and tire size information.
Remedy: Dealers will apply a corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 32B.
Campaign 24V209000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The brake pedal may collapse and cause a loss of brake function.
Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the brake pedal arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is B7B.
Campaign 24V752000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and Dodge Hornet vehicles. The display module may not show the rearview camera image.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software or replace the display as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.
Campaign 25V246000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet and 2023-2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The rear outboard seat belts may become twisted and fail to retract properly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning September 24, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 84D.
Campaign 26V510000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Dodge Hornet — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V510000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V623000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V696000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V175000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V209000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V752000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V246000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2024 Dodge Hornet reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Dodge Hornet?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Dodge Hornet have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.