2023 Dodge Hornet Problems
The 2023 Dodge Hornet has 25 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls, with low data confidence. Based on 25 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB the most reported area.
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This 2023 Dodge Hornet has 25 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB.
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2023 Dodge Hornet Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2023 Dodge Hornet.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2023 Dodge Hornet Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
DODGE HORNET 2023 has 25 NHTSA complaints, with 11 for Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB and 10 for Electrical Faults. It also has 4 recalls. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Hornet
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 25
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 24
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 21 / 29
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2023 Dodge Hornet problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Electrical Faults
Back Over Prevention
Complaint patterns center on Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Electrical Faults, Back Over Prevention. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2023 Dodge Hornet?
The 2023 Hornet has a low complaint count but high proportion of AEB and electrical issues. Buyers should proceed with caution and verify recall repairs.
AEB and electrical faults can affect safety and daily usability, making pre-purchase inspection critical.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize a new model and are willing to monitor for early issues.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking proven reliability or minimal electronic complexity should avoid this year.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2023 Dodge Hornet
Inspection Focus
- Test Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system operation
- Check for electrical system warning lights or malfunctions
- Verify back over prevention sensors and camera function
Before You Close the Deal
- Test Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for electrical and AEB repairs
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Dodge Hornet shows 25 complaints, primarily for Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (11) and Electrical Faults (10). Two crash-related complaints and 4 recalls indicate potential safety and reliability issues. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Only one model year is analyzed, so no comparison to other years is available.
Recall context: Four recalls underscore the need to verify all recall repairs before purchase.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB accounts for 11 of 25 complaints.
- Electrical Faults total 10 complaints, the second most common issue.
- Two crash-related complaints were reported.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
- Electrical Faults
- Back Over Prevention
Full breakdown
All 2023 Dodge Hornet complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Dodge Hornet. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Dodge Hornet. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Hornet. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V246000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer and was informed that the recall repair was completed; however, the NHTSA website indicated that the V…
I am having continual failures of the electronic door lock/linkage that causes the door to no open from either the interior or exterior of the vehicle. The door latch has been replaced twice on the driver door, once on the rear driver side, the passenger rear is going to be repla…
Discontinued vehicle model still under active bumper to bumper warranty (thru 10/26); has faulty rear defroster/heated side mirrors that the "remedy" handed down to me was to "drive more" in an effort to charge battery to a threshold that allows said necessary safety feature to o…
The electrical system drains the battery if not driven on a daily basis. Now that it had to be jump started the information screen is not working. With that being said, I have no camera, radio, heat and other displays. There have been many people with the same problem with this m…
While driving through Columbia, SC on Jan 10th at 11am the sunroof suddenly shattered. The temp was 80 degrees and it was sunny. Traffic was moderate. There was what sounded like a large explosion and then I heard what sounded like pebbles running down my car. It was very startli…
I took my Dodge Hornet to the dealership on October 1st for ongoing Apple CarPlay issues and the safety recall involving the center screen and camera system. I explained that the screen had been failing intermittently while driving, shutting off or freezing without warning, and t…
Vehicle loses all power and will not restart Displays driver mode not available Displays numerous systems not working and drains battery. This has happens two times The first was June 14th mileage 13080, second July 17th mileage 14300 (Estimate). On June 22nd thru 24th after star…
Notified dealer roughly 9/27/23 of issues with dodge hornet . The car went into reverse instead of forward causing significant damage to another car we own . Dodge pulled the black box and gave findings that they weren’t liable however here we are in 2025 an issues we complained …
I brought this Vehicle from Carvana but it has a recall and I see there are no available parts. This is major issue for the vehicle; would like some assistance on how to receive the parts as soon as possible to get it fixed.
The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Hornet. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V246000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
In cold weather, the driver’s door is either not closing and latching, or it appears like it has closed and then the door flies open while you’re driving. This is dangerous and distracting when it happens (holding the door physically shut while driving at the same time). The deal…
While driving in left lane of one way road at 46 mph with adaptive cruise and lane sense active, the cruise control switched off and lane assist veered left off the road, locking the steering wheel to the left. I was unable to correct steering until after the car had come to a co…
Drivers door would not latch or lock. Tried 30 different ways to get the door to latch closed by electronically and manually locking and unlocking the door plus opening and closing it. Had to drive home holding the door shut. Issue appears to be cold weather related.
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 w…
Steering wheel makes a loud cranking/screeching noise when driving for long periods. You can also hear a knocking sound coming from the steering wheel. Have found several complaints of this issue amongst several online groups and forums
The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Hornet. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the passenger extended the rear passenger’s side seat belt and the seat belt failed to retract. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear driver’s side seat be…
Adaptive cruise control does not work usually gives warning signals when it does activate only goes for a short time then says camera is blocked and other issues. Brought into dealer they said that it is a known issue that Benny people are having and there is no solution yet.
All warning lights continue to go on randomly while vehicle is in motion. Brake and decelerate for nothing On the open highway.
The cars advanced safety system sensors malfunction. This leads to a variety of different outcomes. Sometimes we just see the warning lights telling us it’s not working, and other times the car has actually slammed on the brakes as it thought something was in front of it when the…
When in the highway assist, i turn the cruise control on, and every 5 to 10 minutes the highway assist will turn off and i get a code saying Addition Service required. It seems that all new Dodge hornets have this code. ive gone to Dodge Dealers and they all say there is no issue…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Dodge Hornet.
Safety recalls
2023 Dodge Hornet recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Dodge Hornet. Four recalls underscore the need to verify all recall repairs before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES:FASTENER/CONNECTOR
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
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Questions
2023 Dodge Hornet buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Dodge Hornet reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 25 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2023 Hornet has a low complaint count but high proportion of AEB and electrical issues. Buyers should proceed with caution and verify recall repairs. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Dodge Hornet?▾
#1: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (11 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (10 complaints). #3: Back Over Prevention (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Dodge Hornet?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Dodge Hornet?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Dodge Hornet, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 25 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Dodge Hornet have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Dodge Hornet. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES:FASTENER/CONNECTOR. Four recalls underscore the need to verify all recall repairs before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2023 Dodge Hornet?▾
The 2023 Hornet has a low complaint count but high proportion of AEB and electrical issues. Buyers should proceed with caution and verify recall repairs. AEB and electrical faults can affect safety and daily usability, making pre-purchase inspection critical. Pay extra attention to Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
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