The most-reported Hornet run is ZACNDFBN0P3 (2023 builds) with 5 complaints, 2.8× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 32% of reports; NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for Hornet model years 2023–2025.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Dodge Hornet has 30 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 35% of every Hornet complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZACNDFBN0P3•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFAN8P3•••••• | 2023 | 2 | — | |
| ZACNDFAN5R3•••••• | 2024 | — | 1 | |
| ZACNDFAN9P3•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFAN6P3•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFAN8R3•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFAN7R3•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFAN2P3•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFBN1P3•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFBN3R3•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFAN6R3•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| ZACNDFAN0S3•••••• | 2025 | — | — |
Each of the other 18 Hornet runs has 2 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 33 Hornet VINs so far, most often 2024, 2025, 2023 builds; 1 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26 | 16 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 26 | 13 | 2 |
Heaviest year here is 2023 at 2 complaints per run; lightest is 2024 at 1.6. The 2024 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 32% of everything Dodge Hornet owners report: Electrical System, 23 of 54 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | — | |
| Engine | — | — | |
| Steering | — | 1 | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 7 recall campaigns on the Dodge Hornet; the 6 below cover build years 2023 to 2025. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 25V246000 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 2023–2025 |
| 26V510000 | Seat Belts:front:retractor | 2023–2025 |
| 24V752000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages | 2024–2025 |
| 23V623000 | Electrical System:propulsion System: Cables:fastener/connector | 2023–2024 |
| 23V696000 | Back Over Prevention:warnings:external/pedestrian Alert | 2023–2024 |
| 24V175000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2023–2024 |
25V246000 was opened in 2025 on cars built from 2023: 2 years on the road before the recall.
The Hornet against its rivals
The Hornet draws 1.8 complaints per production run; the Toyota RAV4 2.3, the Jeep Wrangler 4.7 and the Honda CR-V 3.7. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Hornet | 54 | 30 | 5.6% | |
| Toyota RAV4 | 8,453 | 3,661 | 8.5% | |
| Jeep Wrangler | 14,316 | 3,055 | 3.2% | |
| Honda CR-V | 14,848 | 4,017 | 5.1% |
How serious were they
Of the 54 reports on the Dodge Hornet, 5.6% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Dodge Hornet | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 54 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 3 (5.6%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (1.9%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Dodge Hornet share of that is 54 complaints over 30 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Dodge Hornet VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 54 NHTSA complaints from 30 Hornet runs and 7 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Hornet production run has the most complaints?
ZACNDFBN0P3, a 2023 build, with 5 complaints. The typical Hornet run has 1.8.
Which Hornet years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2023 is heaviest at 2 complaints per run and 2024 lightest at 1.6.
Does the Hornet get more complaints than the Toyota RAV4?
No: 1.8 complaints per production run for the Hornet against 2.3 for the Toyota RAV4.
How many Hornet complaints involve a crash?
5.6% of 54 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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