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2023 Dodge

Hornet AWD

Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Dodge Hornet: best and worst years
2023 Dodge Hornet AWD (photo 1 of 6)
2023 photoElise240SXCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 9-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
270
Power to weight
0.077 hp/lb
Axle ratio
1.79

Efficiency

Smog score
7/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1C (4,001 to 5,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Recalls
5
Owner complaints
26 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Standard
  • Automatic emergency braking
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standard
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE29%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM24%
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION10%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER10%
  • LANE DEPARTURE7%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 41 total.

Dodge Hornet: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

134 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 5, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM08-200-26

    Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Content Missing Or Screen Blank Customers may experience the following: ● IPC content missing, display abnormal or screen blank

  • Apr 14, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM08-148-26

    The following software enhancement is available: ● This software update enables the feature Active Cabin Ventilation (ACV). This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Firmware Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The TBM software will be updated from 5.49.0, 5.53.0 or 5.43 to 5.53 software level. NOTE: National launch for this FOTA update is expected to begin: April 14, 2025.

  • Mar 4, 2026STRUCTURE:BODY23-005-26

    Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Wiper blades that chatter/streak/jump/skip/smear or make noise while traveling across the windshield. . No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise, without written permission of FCA US LLC.

  • Feb 21, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS228A000025 REV.A

    Harman R1H Uconnect 5 Radio Software Flash Error Codes

  • Dec 12, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM08-394-25 REV. A

    Telematics Box Module (TBM) Backup Battery Replacement When DTC B1E21 Is Present Technicians may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● B1E21-96 - Backup Battery Component Internal Failure.

  • Dec 10, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9100734

    If the DTC B1E21-96: Backup Battery-Component Internal Failure is active and customer states Popup message will show at the radio: "Battery of Uconnect Box requires service. SOS call and related functions may be unavailable. Please visit an authorized dealer." PLEASE do not Replace the TBM module, only replace TBM Internal Battery (inside Telematics Box Module) and order PN68493347

  • Dec 5, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM08-394-25

    Telematics Box Module (TBM) Backup Battery Replacement When DTC B1E21 Is Present echnicians may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● B1E21-96 - Backup Battery Component Internal Failure

  • Nov 8, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM08-370-25

    R1H Radio U33.43 USB Software Update Customers may experience one or more of the following: ● **Head Unit (HU) does not show the Charge/Climate Summary popup after key off. ● Performance Pages disappear. ● Blind spot chime does not work if CAN activation signals duration is less than two seconds.** ● Speed limit sign on Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) is showing incorrect speed. ● Touch freeze/Disassociated Center Stack Display (DCSD) off. ● CP/AA wireless disconnection This bulletin involves ins

  • and 126 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.