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2025
Used 2025 2024 2023

Dodge Hornet

EPA MPG: 24 mpg
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There are 3 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.
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Reliability

Overall Reliability

We expect the 2025 Hornet to be less reliable than other new cars. This prediction is based on the Dodge brand history.

The 2025 Dodge Hornet has been recalled 3 times by NHTSA. View Recalls

2025 SUVs Reliability

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Consumer Reports obtains its reliability data from a questionnaire that is sent to subscribers. In the questionnaire, we ask subscribers to note any problems with their cars that occurred in the past 12 months. They are asked to identify problems that they considered serious (because of cost, failure, safety, or downtime).

A typical model has about 200 to 400 samples for each model year. For some model years, typically those of older or less popular cars, we do not have a large enough sample size to provide results of statistical confidence.

There are several ways in which a savvy car buyer can still research the quality of a car.

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Recalls
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SEAT BELTS
Aug 06, 2026
A seat belt that does not retract may fail to restrain properly an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
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Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet and 2023-2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The rear outboard seat belts may become twisted and fail to retract properly.
What should you do:
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 on NHTSA.gov on August 15, 2026.
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NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 26V510000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 48777
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Apr 15, 2025
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Summary:
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."
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 25V246000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 48527
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 09, 2024
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
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Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 24V752000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 21069
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