Hummer H3 problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 81 owner complaints and 2 recalls on file for the Hummer H3 (2006–2010). The 2006 H3 has the most serious complaints, most often about suspension.
- Complaints
- 81
- Recalls
- 2
- Model years
- 5
- Worst year
- 2006
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Hummer H3 years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2006 Hummer H3 — 28 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Suspension
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2010 (1 complaints).
Every Hummer H3 model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 H3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2009 H3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Electrical System |
| 2008 H3 | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | Electrical System |
| 2007 H3 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | Electrical System |
| 2006 H3 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | Suspension |
Most common Hummer H3 problem areas (all years)
- Electrical System21 complaints
- Engine19 complaints
- Suspension12 complaints
- Body & Structure10 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion7 complaints
- Airbags6 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain6 complaints
- Visibility & Wipers6 complaints
- Wheels & Tires2 complaints
- Steering1 complaints
Complaint trend
Hummer H3 recalls
Risk: If the blower motor connector module overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: If the vehicle is being driving when this occurs, it could strike a following vehicle and cause injury and/or property damage.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology