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2002-2009 · 8 model years

Hummer H2 Problems by year

Owners have filed 318 complaints about the Hummer H2 across 8 model years, and it has 12 recalls. The 2003 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (141), while 2002 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the visibility & wipers, followed by the electrical system.

Most complaints for its age2003141 complaints · 5 recallsSee the 2003
Complaints
318
Recalls
12
Crashes
25
Fires
7
Injuries
21
Deaths
0

H2 complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20090100-A
20080300-A
20070200-A
200625531Engine & coolingD
200591331Electrical systemF
200459461BrakesF
20031415134Visibility & wipersF
20022000Transmission & drivetrainA

Most common H2 problems

Hummer H2 recalls 12

Visibility: motor

08V45600013,358 vehicles affected

Gm is recalling 13,358 my 2003 hummer h2 vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which water can enter the windshield wiper motor module. If a sufficient amount of water enters the module, over time, the front windshield wipers may work...

Latest H2 complaints

2005 Hummer H2Steering

The contact owns a 2005 Hummer H2. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, fluid started to leak from the steering wheel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11727082
2004 Hummer H2Electrical system

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2004 Hummer H2. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 200,000. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was 210,000. Additionally, the contact stated she felt pressured to purchase the vehicle, signed the contract, and was unable to recoup the funds.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11717047
2005 Hummer H2Wheels & tires

The contact owns a 2005 Hummer H2 equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Discoverer, Tire size: 35X13.50R20LT, DOT Number: 1V1261B4V1724. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced and on a lift, the mechanic became aware that all four tires were split in the middle of each tire. The vehicle was taken to a tire retailer where the tires were originally purchased and replaced, but the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that on another occasion, while the tires were being rotated, the mechanic became aware that the rear driver's side tire had a tear in the sidewall. The tire was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 11679305
2005 Hummer H2Transmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling1 injury

The contact owns a 2005 Hummer H2. The contact stated that while parking in the mountains, the vehicle was in the park position, and it unexpectedly rolled and stopped at a boulder. There were no warning lights illuminated. The door hit the driver and knocked him to the ground, and he sustained an injury to his head, but medical attention was not provided. Another person on an ATV provided a jump start, but the vehicle failed to restart. The contact walked several miles to get assistance. The contact was able to...

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view YouTube and replace the part. The contact stated that the transmission shifter cable had failed. There was a hole in the shaft connected to the transmission to the C clip. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 111,400.

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11676916
2006 Hummer H2Electrical systemVisibility & wipers

The contact owns a 2006 Hummer H2. The contact stated while driving and activating the blower motor, the blower motor was intermittently inoperable. The contact stated that an abnormal electrical burning odor was coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that upon activation, the A/C and the heating systems were intermittently inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the blower motor wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.

Filed Incident Electrical system · VisibilityNHTSA 11664399
2006 Hummer H2Electrical system

The contact owns a 2006 Hummer H2. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds with the A/C activated, the contact became aware of an abnormal burning electrical odor. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the blower motor resistor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 196,000.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11589975

Questions about the Hummer H2

Which Hummer H2 years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2003 (141), 2005 (91), 2004 (59). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2003 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Hummer H2 years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2002, 2009, 2007 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other H2 years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Hummer H2 problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the visibility & wipers (92), electrical system (75), brakes (49) most often.

How many recalls does the Hummer H2 have?

NHTSA lists 12 recalls across all Hummer H2 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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