NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Dodge Hornet Safety Record
The 2023 Dodge Hornet has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 5 recalls and 25 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Dodge Hornet enters the market without federal crash-test ratings, as NHTSA has not evaluated the model year for crashworthiness. This absence of data means no star ratings are available, and thus no Safety Index can be computed. However, the Hornet's record is marked by a significant recall and complaint burden. Four recall campaigns have been issued, notably including a park-outside directive specifically for the plug-in hybrid electrical system. Owner-reported issues stand at 25 complaints. This combination of an unrated safety profile and a substantial recall history demands careful consideration from prospective buyers.
The 2023 Dodge Hornet was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to four recall campaigns including one park-outside directive, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 5 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 25 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Dodge Hornet?
The 2023 Dodge Hornet faces a significant safety concern with its park-outside recall, advising owners of the plug-in hybrid model not to drive the vehicle until a remedy for 12-volt electrical connections is applied. This recall is one of four campaigns issued for the model year. The remaining recalls address safety systems: both the rearview camera and pedestrian alert. These align with four owner complaints specifically citing "Back Over Prevention" as the affected component. An additional 11 complaints regarding "Forward Collision Avoidance" suggest potential issues with active safety systems. There are no NHTSA-tested sibling years for the Dodge Hornet to offer further crash-safety context.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Dodge Hornet have any recalls?
The 2023 Dodge Hornet carries four recall campaigns. One is a park-outside, do-not-drive directive covering plug-in hybrid vehicles due to a 12-volt electrical system cable or connector concern. A second recall addresses the pedestrian alert siren on plug-in hybrid models. A third covers the rearview camera display module, which may fail to show the image. A fourth involves an incorrect maximum vehicle capacity weight label. Owners should verify which campaigns remain open on their specific VIN.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR26V510000
Risk: A seat belt that does not retract may fail to restrain properly an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 17, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 84D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable
Reported 2026-08-06
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V246000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 13C and 38C.
Reported 2025-04-15
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS24V175000
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
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. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 28B.
Reported 2024-03-05
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT23V696000
Risk: Failure to alert pedestrians when backing up increases the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is B5A.
Reported 2023-10-17
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES:FASTENER/CONNECTOR23V623000
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 98A.
Reported 2023-09-07
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Dodge Hornet?
NHTSA has logged 25 unverified owner allegations for the 2023 Dodge Hornet. The most frequently reported components are Forward Collision Avoidance with 11 alleged incidents and the Electrical System with 10. Back Over Prevention and an Unknown or Other category each account for 4 reported complaints. Vehicle Speed Control and Structure each appear in 3 and 2 allegations respectively. Two of the 25 reports allege a crash. All figures are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
25 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Dodge Hornet?
A critical safety advisory accompanies any discussion of the 2023 Dodge Hornet: consumers must verify open recalls via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool. This is particularly salient given the "park outside" recall campaign, which, if unrepaired, poses a significant safety concern.
- The 2023 Dodge Hornet has never been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- One of the four recalls for this model year is a park-outside, do-not-drive campaign directed at plug-in hybrid units due to a 12-volt electrical cable or connector concern, making VIN-level recall verification especially important for PHEV buyers.
- Eleven of the 25 unverified consumer complaints on record allege problems with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, and four additional allegations target Back Over Prevention, pointing to active safety technology as the most frequently cited concern area.
- Two separate recalls address back-over prevention equipment, specifically the rearview camera display and the pedestrian alert siren on plug-in hybrid models, which aligns with the complaint pattern and should be confirmed as remedied on any specific vehicle.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Dodge Hornet places
The 2023 Dodge Hornet qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Dodge Hornet safety questions
Was the 2023 Dodge Hornet crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 5 recalls and 25 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Dodge Hornet have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Dodge Hornet, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Dodge Hornet?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 25 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Dodge Hornet. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Dodge Hornet 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.