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2024 Dodge Hornet problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 107 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.3 times the median Hornet year — the 2024 model ranks #1 of 3 Hornet years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (25), brakes (18), and driver assistance (18), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

107

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

5

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Hornet years?

Hornet NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted107 complaints2023: 47 complaints2024: 107 complaints2025: 2 complaints
Hornet NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Dodge Hornet problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System2523%
Brakes1817%
Driver Assistance1817%
Engine1110%
Other109%
Steering98%
Fuel System33%
Transmission33%
Body & Structure33%
Lighting22%
Visibility & Wipers11%
Seat Belts11%
Suspension11%
Tires & Wheels11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2024 Dodge Hornet have recalls?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V246000Driver AssistanceMay 13, 2025 · 48,527 units

Defect

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

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.

24V752000BrakesOctober 9, 2024 · 21,069 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

24V209000OtherMarch 19, 2024 · 1,201 units

Defect

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence

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.

24V175000OtherMarch 5, 2024 · 36,094 units

Defect

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence

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.

23V696000Driver AssistanceOctober 17, 2023 · 4,661 units

Defect

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Consequence

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.

23V623000Electrical SystemSeptember 7, 2023 · 4,129 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The 12-volt battery positive cable and/or high voltage connector cable may not be tightened properly, which can overheat the electrical connections and result in a fire while parked or driving.

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Complete electrical issues, starting with no start up, after jumping power steering went out. Was in shop for 2 months and had an electrical fire internally, while not running. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 12, 2025 · fire

“Driving on the highway at 75 mph, slowing down to 55mph exiting the highway by braking manually, gently. The car started juddering slightly, we assumed it was the road and carried on, then the car following us started to flash for us to stop, we did, got out and all 4 wheels / brakes were on fire,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 1, 2025 · fire

“The contact owns a 2024 Dodge Hornet. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention display failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the back-over display screen displayed a black screen. The contact stated that because of the failure, the contact vehicle crashed…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · August 16, 2025 · crash

“I went to have an oil change and was told I had a coolant leak. Took to dealership and they told me they don’t see an issue. Two days later the same problem persists. I go under the hood and the coolant container is empty. Coolant was added and there is still an issue. I bring it back for a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 30, 2025

“They never did the second step of the recall for brake padel collapse and the car still not stopping properly or gripping when stopping even when your foot all the way to the floor. Still give you a hard time to stop the dodge hornet rt and its not safe to drive with defective camera that they say…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 6, 2024

2024 Dodge Hornet — common questions

Is the 2024 Dodge Hornet reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 107 complaints put the 2024 model at #1 of 3 Hornet years. It is one of the Hornet years to avoid.

What are the most common 2024 Hornet problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (25 complaints), brakes (18 complaints), driver assistance (18 complaints).

Does the 2024 Dodge Hornet have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Dodge Hornet. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Dodge Hornet years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Hornet years to avoid are 2024. The cleanest record among Hornet years belongs to 2025.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.