Loving My Hornet Despite the Early Hiccups

I’ve seen lots of posts about issues with the Hornet, and I get it, it’s frustrating. But I wanted to share some perspective and encouragement from my experience.

First-model-year vehicles often have bugs, it’s common across all brands, and Dodge is no exception. When the Jeep Wagoneer launched, it had its fair share of issues, but over time, fixes and updates smoothed things out.

I got mine in August 2023 and had a fuel pump issue early on. My dealer replaced it, and it’s been running great ever since. It’s a fun, sporty car, and despite the early bumps, I’ve really grown to love it.

The Hornet launch was delayed due to part shortages, so some kinks were expected. As more cars hit the road, updates and fixes will become more common.

If you’re feeling frustrated, hang in there! This car has a ton of potential, and I’m excited to see how Dodge improves it. Let’s keep sharing our experiences and helping each other out!

Yeah, new cars always have bugs. They'll probably fix it soon.

I totally get the frustration with early issues, but keep in mind, first-year cars often have bugs. My Hornet had a fuel pump issue, but after a fix, it’s been running great. Hang in there, Dodge will improve it..

Patience is required every time a new car is released...

I’ve had my Hornet for a few months now, and while I’ve had a couple of minor issues (sensor glitch, anyone?), I’m still so impressed with how sporty and fun it feels. Like you said, the potential is there, and I think Dodge is committed to refining it.

My friend rents a different car every week, and he really liked the Hornet. It had plenty of power, and all the features were useful and easy to use.

He also drove a VW Taos, and he hated it. The electronics were really annoying.

If he were looking for a car like that, he'd definitely buy a Hornet