American Motors Hornet years to avoid
Across 1970–1976, no single Hornet year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1976 drew the most complaints; 1976 the fewest.
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Total complaints
11
Recall campaigns
1970–1976
Years covered
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Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Hornet year
Common questions
What is the best year for the American Motors Hornet?
By complaint volume, 1976 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Hornet years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the American Motors Hornet have?
Across all model years, the Hornet has 11 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.