Damon Hornet Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Damon Hornet, across 4 model years (1997–2000). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is trailer hitches.
Damon Hornet years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Hornet model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 Hornet: 3 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Damon Hornet problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Damon Hornet model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Hornet | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 1999 Hornet | 3 | 3 | — | Trailer Hitches | |
| 1998 Hornet | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1997 Hornet | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Damon Hornet years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Damon Hornet?
Trailer Hitches, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Damon Hornet have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.