2023-2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale, 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet recall: Seat Belt May Twist and Fail to Retract Properly
Report received by NHTSA: Aug. 6, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 4, 2026.
- What's recalled
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.
- The risk
A seat belt that does not retract may fail to restrain properly an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
- Who's affected
48,777 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2023-2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale, 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet.
- Compared with
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has 41 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 52 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
429 earlier NHTSA recalls by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- July 30, 2026 2019-2026 RAM 1500 recall: Improperly Installed Seat Belt Buckle Anchor/FMVSS 210
- July 16, 2026 2026 Jeep Gladiator, 2026 Jeep Wrangler recall: Steel Wheels May Crack and Separate
- July 1, 2026 2026 RAM 1500 recall: Parking & Daytime Running Lights May Fail/FMVSS 108
- June 30, 2026 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L recall: Loss of Electronic Stability Control & Brake Assist/FMVSS 126 & 135
- June 30, 2026 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2023 Jeep Wagoneer and 1 more model recall: Gear Position Indicator Not Displayed/FMVSS 102
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
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.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Alfa Romeo Tonale 2023-2026
- Dodge Hornet 2023-2025
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V510000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Report received by NHTSA | Aug. 6, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 48,777 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | 84D |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record