2025 Dodge Hornet: common problems and reliability
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2 owner complaints, most about fuel/propulsion system. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2025 Hornet?The 2025 Dodge Hornet has 2 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system and electrical system.
Safety record for the 2025 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2025 Dodge Hornet vehicles (US, public record).
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Recalls affecting the 2025 Hornet
service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Campaign 24V752000Chrysler (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.
back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Campaign 25V246000Chrysler (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."
seat belts:front:retractor
Campaign 26V510000Chrysler (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 owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly negative sentiment, characterized by widespread criticism of its initial pricing, perceived poor quality and reliability, and its identity as a badge-engineered vehicle.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Hornet. See the full Hornet owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Hornet listings typically run $24,987–$29,676 across 2023 to 2025 model years.
Other Hornet model years
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