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2025 Dodge Hornet problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2025 Dodge Hornet — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other Hornet years?

Hornet NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted107 complaints2023: 47 complaints2024: 107 complaints2025: 2 complaints
Hornet NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Dodge Hornet problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System150%
Fuel System150%

Does the 2025 Dodge Hornet have recalls?

2 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“On April 22rd after leaving work and accelerating to pass a vehicle upon lifting my foot from the throttle the vehicle continued to accelerated, turbos engaged and braking caused a service electronic throttle control system message on the dash. After stopping at a red light once the light turned…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · April 22, 2026

2025 Dodge Hornet — common questions

Is the 2025 Dodge Hornet reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2025 Dodge Hornet have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 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.