Dodge Hornet Touch Up Paint (13 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Dodge clearly had some fun in the naming room for the Hornet. We've recorded 13 colors for this Italian-American crossover, and they definitely "went for it" with the personality. You're looking at everything from the punchy Hot Tamale Red and the flashy Acapulco Gold to the more "incognito" Gray Cray and 8 Ball black. Whether you're driving a Blue Steele or Q Ball, these colors are designed to stand out, which makes every little white rock chip feel like a personal insult.

What to Watch For

Since the Hornet is the new kid on the block, we aren't seeing massive peeling issues yet, but Dodge's modern clear coats are notoriously "lean." Translation: the paint is a bit thin, especially around those aggressive hood scoops and the lower door panels where road grit likes to party. You'll likely find your paint code on a sticker inside the driver's side door jamb. Look for a three-digit code-it often starts with a 'P' or 'Q' (like PAH for Q Ball or PRR for High Octane Red). If it's not there, check the radiator support under the hood, but the door jamb is usually your winner.

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're working with one of the "Effect" or "Pearl" colors-like After Midnight Blue Effect or High Octane Red Pearl-patience is your best friend. These paints are packed with tiny metallic flakes that like to settle at the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full 60 seconds (set a timer, seriously) to wake up those sparkles. When you apply it, don't try to fill the whole chip in one go. Think "thin layers." Dab a tiny amount in, let it dry for 15 minutes, and then add another layer until it's level with the rest of the paint. It's better to do three thin "whispers" of paint than one giant, ugly blob that never dries.