Dodge Hornet Recalls (2023-2025)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet has 7 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 1 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve rearview camera (2), other equipment (2), seat belts (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your Hornet keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Dodge Hornet have?
- 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet Seat Belt Retractor Recall (26V510)
August 6, 2026 · 48,777 vehicles · Seat BeltsThe 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.
Fix: Dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge.
- 2023, 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale Backup Camera Recall (25V246)
April 15, 2025 · 48,527 vehicles · Rearview CameraThe 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.
Fix: Dealers will update the software or replace the display as necessary free of charge.
- 2024-2025 Dodge Hornet Brake Pedal Recall (24V752)
October 9, 2024 · 21,069 vehicles · BrakesThe brake pedal may collapse and cause a loss of brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reinforce the brake pedal arm, free of charge.
- 2024 Dodge Hornet Label Recall (24V209) Repeat recall
March 19, 2024 · 1,201 vehicles · Other EquipmentThe manufacturer label is missing the tire rim and tire size information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: Missing rim and tire size information could lead to an incorrect wheel being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will apply a corrected label, free of charge.
- 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet Label Recall (24V175)
March 5, 2024 · 36,094 vehicles · Other EquipmentThe 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."
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will add an overlay label to the tire placard information, free of charge.
- 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (23V696)
October 17, 2023 · 4,661 vehicles · Rearview CameraThe 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 Vehicles."
Risk: Failure to alert pedestrians when backing up increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear pedestrian siren connection and, if necessary, secure and/or replace the connector or siren, free of charge.
- 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Battery Cable Recall (23V623) Park outside
September 7, 2023 · 4,129 vehicles · EV and Hybrid BatteryThe 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.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
Which Hornet parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Rearview Camera | 2 | 53,188 |
| Other Equipment | 2 | 37,295 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 48,777 |
| Brakes | 1 | 21,069 |
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 1 | 4,129 |
Which Hornet model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 26V510000 (seat belts), 25V246000 (rearview camera), 24V175000 (other equipment), 23V696000 (rearview camera), 23V623000 (ev and hybrid battery) |
| 2024 | 7 | 26V510000 (seat belts), 25V246000 (rearview camera), 24V752000 (brakes), 24V209000 (other equipment), 24V175000 (other equipment), 23V696000 (rearview camera), 23V623000 (ev and hybrid battery) |
| 2025 | 3 | 26V510000 (seat belts), 25V246000 (rearview camera), 24V752000 (brakes) |
How do I check my Hornet for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 7 Dodge Hornet campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Dodge dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are Hornet owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 26 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control (10), Electrical System (10), Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings (7) |
| 2024 | 24 | Electrical System (10), Engine (6), Service Brakes (5) |
| 2025 | 2 | Fuel/Propulsion System (1), Electrical System (1) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
The cruze control shuts it's self off It said "ACC temporarily blocked, service required" this is very dangerous. The headlights don't project in the correct direction to have proper visibility. All the system error lights come on for no reason, seems like something is aways wrong according to the dash lights.
2023 DODGE Hornet owner, Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, NHTSA complaint 11640094
The cruze control shuts it's self off It said "ACC temporarily blocked, service required" this is very dangerous. The headlights don't project in the correct direction to have proper visibility. All the system error lights come on for no reason, seems like something is aways wrong according to the dash lights.
2023 DODGE Hornet owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11640094
Not being able to scroll through the presets on the steering wheel is a safety hazard.
2024 DODGE Hornet owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11687107
Can a recall make your Hornet a lemon in California?
Owners of a Dodge Hornet often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
1 of the 7 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 1 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
More Dodge Hornet lemon law pages
All Dodge recalls · 2023 Dodge Hornet lemon law · 2024 Dodge Hornet lemon law · 2025 Dodge Hornet lemon law
Other Dodge models with recalls
- Challenger: 6 recalls
- Charger: 8 recalls
- Charger EV: 3 recalls
- DURANGO1: 1 recall
- Durango: 11 recalls
- Hornet: 7 recalls
- Hornet PHEV: 1 recall
Frequently asked questions about Dodge Hornet recalls
How many recalls does the Dodge Hornet have?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Dodge Hornet vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 26V510000, filed August 6, 2026.
How do I check my Dodge Hornet for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Dodge Hornet?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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