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2024 Dodge Hornet

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

6Recalls
60Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE DODGE HORNET

The Dodge Hornet is a compact crossover SUV that slots into one of the most competitive segments in the American market. Positioned as Dodge's entry point for buyers who want the brand's performance-forward attitude in a more practical, everyday package, the Hornet targets younger drivers and urban commuters drawn to its aggressive styling and relatively accessible price point.

VERDICT

NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2024 Dodge Hornet, but it carries a park-outside or do-not-drive recall, which is the most serious class of safety campaign. Treat the recall status below as urgent and confirm your VIN with NHTSA.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally find the Hornet a compelling visual and conceptual entry in the compact crossover space, praising its distinctive styling and spirited driving character relative to segment norms. However, professional assessments frequently note that interior materials and overall refinement lag behind class leaders, and some reviewers flag that the driving experience, while engaging, does not fully compensate for those shortcomings in everyday comfort.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

Park outside / do not drive This vehicle has a recall advising owners to park away from structures or stop driving until repaired. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov.
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 2025-05-13

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES24V752000

Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

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.

Reported 2024-10-09

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS24V209000

Risk: Missing rim and tire size information could lead to an incorrect wheel being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Reported 2024-03-19

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 // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

60 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

2reported crash
4reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 25Service Brakes 18Engine 11Unknown Or Other 10Steering 9Forward Collision Avoidance 6

Other Hornet years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Dodge Hornet 2024. Methodology · Disclosure