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2023 Dodge Hornet: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 50 complaints about the 2023 Dodge Hornet with NHTSA, and it has 5 recalls. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
50
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
5
on record
Fuel economy
24 mpg
best version, EPA combined
Fuel, 5 years
$8,500
12,000 mi a year, $3.40/gal
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | All-Wheel Drive | 24 mpg |
Recalls
Seat Belts › Front › RetractorAug 6, 2026 · campaign 26V510000
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.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › CameraApr 15, 2025 · campaign 25V246000
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."
Equipment › Other › LabelsMar 5, 2024 · campaign 24V175000
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."
Back Over Prevention › Warnings › External/Pedestrian AlertOct 17, 2023 · campaign 23V696000
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
Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery › CablesSep 7, 2023 · campaign 23V623000
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.
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Other years of the Dodge Hornet
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Not rated yet |
| 2024 | Not rated yet |
| 2023 | Not rated yet |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2023 Dodge Hornet have?
Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA: driver-assist & stability (31), electrical system (10), body, glass & interior (2). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2023 Dodge Hornet have?
5 recalls on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Dodge Hornet get?
Up to 24 mpg combined (EPA), depending on the engine.