2024 Dodge Hornet Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 3 Hornet years
The 2024 Dodge Hornet has a complaint index of 100, the worst of the 3 model years with data, ranked 1 out of 3. It has 24 complaints, 7 recalls, 1 fire, and no crashes or injuries, with Electrical System issues leading at 46% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21 city / 29 hwy
Top 2024 Dodge Hornet problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System11 (46%)
- Engine6 (25%)
- Brakes5 (21%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (17%)
- Steering4 (17%)
- Fuel System3 (13%)
- Other3 (13%)
- Seat Belts2 (8%)
- Structure & Body2 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (8%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden electrical failures including no-start conditions, power steering loss, and one internal electrical fire.
- Some describe the engine idling erratically, surging or pulling back while driving, and one case required full engine replacement after piston and pin scoring.
- Several owners report the engine stalling completely while driving, sometimes in the middle of an intersection, with the dash lighting up but the car failing to restart.
- Fuel system complaints include fuel overflowing while refueling and a case where the instrument cluster went black and the engine seized.
- One owner reported a front wheel rim detaching while driving, striking and denting the front door.
- Owners also mention driver assistance features not working properly in rain, fog, or condensation.
2024 Dodge Hornet recalls
7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V510000Aug 6, 2026Seat Belts48,777 vehicles
Seat belts:front:retractor
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.
Risk: A seat belt that does not retract may fail to restrain properly an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 25V246000Apr 15, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras48,527 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
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."
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 24V752000Oct 9, 2024Brakes21,069 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
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.
Risk: 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.
2024 Dodge Hornet fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2024 compared with other Hornet years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Dodge Hornet reliable?
- Among the 3 Dodge Hornet model years with data, 2024 has the highest complaint index at 100 and ranks 1st (worst). It logged 24 NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls, with Electrical System problems making up 46% of complaints.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2024 Dodge Hornet?
- The Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 11 of 24 complaints (46%), including one reported fire. Engine issues follow at 25% of complaints.
- Does the 2024 Dodge Hornet have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2024 Dodge Hornet, covering seat belts, the rearview camera display, brake pedal collapse risk, incorrect labeling, a pedestrian alert siren, and a 12-volt cable connection issue. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2024 Hornet compare to other years?
- The 2024 model has a complaint index of 100 versus 50 for 2023 and 0 for 2025, making 2024 the worst-ranked year of the 3 with data.
- What mileage do 2024 Dodge Hornet problems typically occur at?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System, Engine, and Fuel System complaints is 10,000 miles, while Brakes and Collision Avoidance issues show a median of 12,000 miles.