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2025 Dodge Hornet maintenance schedule

The 2025 Hornet is part of the GG/GH generation (2023-2026), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2025 Hornet needs, and when

14 of these 16 items come from Dodge's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Dodge's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

Or dictated by Oil Life Indicator

10,000 mi / 1 yearManufacturer
Engine air filter

Replace filter

30,000 mi / 2 yearsManufacturer
Cabin air filter

Replace filter

20,000 mi / 2 yearsManufacturer
Tire rotation

Rotate at oil change interval

10,000 mi / 1 yearManufacturer
Brake fluid

Replace fluid

2 yearsManufacturer
Engine coolant150,000 mi / 10 yearsManufacturer
Transmission fluid

Inspect and replace upon contamination

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer
Spark plugs (2.0L)100,000 miIndependent
Spark plugs (1.3L PHEV)

Replace (Turbo direct injection requirement)

30,000 miManufacturer
Timing belt or chain (1.3L PHEV)

Belt equipped; inspect and replace

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer
Serpentine belt

Inspect and replace (approx. 100,000 mi benchmark)

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer
Differential and transfer case fluid (AWD)

Check rear electric drive module fluid (PHEV)

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer
PCV valve

Inspect (approx. 100,000 mi benchmark)

Inspect, replace as neededIndependent
12V batteryInspect, replace as neededManufacturer
EV coolant loops (1.3L PHEV)

Battery coolant loop flush (R/T PHEV)

150,000 mi / 10 yearsManufacturer
EV brake service (1.3L PHEV)

Visual inspection and pad check

1 yearManufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
0W-30 (1.3L) / 0W-20 (2.0L), 5.5 qt
Coolant
OAT
Transmission fluid
AW-1 (1.3L) / ZF 9-Speed (2.0L)

Powertrains in this generation

  • 2.0L Turbo 4-cyl (Hurricane4), 268 hp, 9-Speed Automatic, AWD
  • 1.3L Turbo PHEV 4-cyl plug-in hybrid (GSE / T4), 288 hp, 6-Speed Automatic, AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA recalls for the 2025 Dodge Hornet

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Dodge dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Seat belts

NHTSA 26V510000

August 2026

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet and 2023-2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The rear outboard seat belts may become twisted and fail to retract properly.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the retractors and pillar trim, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 17, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 84D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 15, 2026.

Back over prevention

NHTSA 25V246000

April 2025

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and Dodge Hornet vehicles. The display module may not show the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Remedy: Dealers will update the software or replace the display as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 13C and 38C.

Service brakes, hydraulic

NHTSA 24V752000

October 2024

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The brake pedal may collapse and cause a loss of brake function.

Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the brake pedal arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is B7B.

Other Hornet model years

GG/GH (2023-2026)

2023202420252026

Shopping new? The Dodge Hornet guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-18. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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