NHTSA Data Explorer

Hummer H3

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

788

Active records

Recalls

4

Active records

TSBs

1,224

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

1

Injuries

36

Crashes

27

Fires

56

Top reported issues — Hummer H3

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Condition issue

283

Operating state

222

Thermal issue

128

Starting behavior

121

Engine behavior

108

Reporting mechanism

105

HVAC behavior

92

Safety restraint issue

80

Fluid issue

75

Safety restraint behavior

58

Performance issue

49

Smell

39

Noise

34

Driver assistance issue

29

Access/entry issue

28

Electrical issue

23

Braking behavior

18

Powering on/off behavior

18

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

12

Vibration/harshness

12

Recent change

11

Lighting behavior

8

Steering behavior

8

Wiper/washer behavior

7

Ride/handling behavior

6

Infotainment behavior

3

Communication/network issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2008 HUMMER H3

Filed Apr 16, 2026


The contact owns a 2008 Hummer H3. The contact stated that while his son was driving 35 MPH, there was a loud metal rattling sound while attempting to turn left or right. The driver also heard the sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the leaf springs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure…

2009 HUMMER H3

Filed Feb 24, 2026


Category: Recall Reimbursement Problem NHTSA Complaint Description I am filing a complaint regarding General Motors’ refusal to reimburse an out-of-pocket repair related to Safety Recall N150042 on my 2009 Hummer H3 (VIN: [XXX] ). On December 31, 2025, I paid $946.06 out-of-pocket to correct the defect covered by Recall N150042 (blower motor connector module). The repair was performed at Coleman Buick GMC Cadillac in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. A complete reimbursement package was submitted to…

2008 HUMMER H3

Filed Jan 30, 2026


The fuel level sensor stopped working now it say I’m on E These go out on these cars And are on the recall list, but not on my vehicle yet

2006 HUMMER H3

Filed Jan 14, 2026


The contact owns a 2006 Hummer H3. The contact stated that the frame was rusted on the driver's side. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and was able to see through the subframe. The contact also noticed cracks in sub frame. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined there was an issue with the temperature sensor. While receiving an oil change, it was determined that…

2009 HUMMER H3

Filed Nov 18, 2025


Was doing a frame inspection on my hummer h3. Turns out the rear left frame rail is completely rusted through. And there are parts hanging on by a thread. I have found many complaints online about rust in this exact spot( rear left frame). I believe this issue should be dealt with immediately. Someone could be killed. The car is not that old and no other car of this age and mileage has this amount of rust penetration through the frame. GM needs to be held accountable. THIS IS A MANUFACTURING…

2006 HUMMER H3

Filed Nov 11, 2025


The blower resistor and harness needs replaced it looks like it caught fire or default

2009 HUMMER H3

Filed Aug 26, 2025


The contact owns a 2009 Hummer H3. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to immediately start, and the security warning light illuminated. After several attempts, the vehicle was started. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had become more frequent. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 97,000.

2006 HUMMER H3

Filed Aug 9, 2025


I was trying to get away from a stranger that was following me that was threatening and scary and when I got in the my Hummer h3 it wouldn't start its the ANTI THEFT that's thinking the car is being stolen this is happened several times of the car not starting i went to Google and YouTube and there's hundreds of videos complaining and giving instructions on waiting 10 min before trying to start the car , this is very dangerous especially for woman and it needs to be recalled and fixed before…

2008 HUMMER H3

Filed Jul 13, 2025


The pass lock in this vehicle is faulty. On numerous occasions, it has left me unable to start the vehicle, but if you wait 10 minutes each time, it will start again, but it happens all the time. I've seen numerous complaints online and GM needs to do something about it.

2007 HUMMER H3

Filed Jun 4, 2025


Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Hummer H3. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 122,791 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 122,799 but additional documents also showed that the mileage was unchanged over a 3-year period.

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.