NHTSA (USA)Critical
At a glance
What can fail
The brake pedal arm may collapse, causing loss of braking ability.
What the fix does
Dealers will reinforce the brake pedal arm at no cost to you.
This page covers 7 recalls, 63 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2024 Dodge Hornet.
24–29 mpg combined
8.1–9.8 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Complaints about the 2024 Dodge Hornet cluster around three systems in roughly equal numbers: engine, service brakes, and steering. On the engine side, owners describe stalling, rough running, and in a small number of cases smoke or fire while the vehicle is parked. Brake complaints center on reduced stopping performance, unexpected activation, and pedal feel concerns. Steering reports describe a loss of assist or pulling, sometimes appearing suddenly while driving. A recurring thread across multiple complaints is that the underlying problem persisted after one or more dealership visits, with owners reporting the same symptom returned or was never fully resolved. Several complaints also note the vehicle was unavailable for extended periods awaiting diagnosis or parts.
63
Total Complaints
3
Crash-Related
4
Fire-Related
By System
The 2024 Dodge Hornet has 7 recalls, the most serious being a brake pedal that can collapse and cause complete brake failure, and a separate fire risk on plug-in hybrid models where battery cable connections can overheat while the vehicle is parked or moving.
On plug-in hybrid models, the pedestrian alert siren may be missing or disconnected, meaning the vehicle makes no sound when reversing and pedestrians nearby receive no warning. The rearview camera can also fail to display an image when backing up, removing the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle. Two label recalls affect the tire placard: on some vehicles the listed maximum load capacity is incorrect, and on others the placard is missing tire and rim size information entirely, both of which can lead to unsafe tire or wheel choices. These label issues affect certain vehicles across the broader model run.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake pedal arm may collapse, causing loss of braking ability.
What the fix does
Dealers will reinforce the brake pedal arm at no cost to you.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The display module may fail to show the rearview camera image, preventing you from seeing behind your vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the display software or replace the display module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake pedal arm may weaken or collapse, causing you to lose the ability to brake.
What the fix does
A dealer will reinforce the brake pedal arm at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The manufacturer label on the driver's door is missing information about the tire rim and tire size that vehicles are designed to use.
What the fix does
Dealers will apply a corrected label with the proper tire rim and size information at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The tire placard label shows an incorrect maximum vehicle capacity weight, which doesn't meet federal tire safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will apply an overlay label to the tire placard with the correct weight capacity information at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The pedestrian alert siren in reverse may be missing or disconnected, failing to warn pedestrians when backing up.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear siren connection and secure or replace the connector or siren as needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The 12-volt battery positive cable and/or high voltage connector cable may not be properly tightened, causing electrical connections to overheat and potentially catch fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and tighten the cable connections as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.