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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2009 Hummer H3 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 1, 201515V421000 | Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system fan/motorIf the blower motor connector module overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V421000
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| Apr 30, 201010V179000 | Structure: body hoodIF THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVING WHEN THIS OCCURS, IT COULD STRIKE A FOLLOWING VEHICLE AND CAUSE INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. DetailsHide details for campaign 10V179000
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| Mar 11, 200909V080000 | Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assemblyTHE FUEL TANK COULD SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 09V080000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: H3, H3 Sut. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component80
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 38 | 48 |
| Air bags | 13 | 16 |
| Engine | 10 | 13 |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 10 |
| Structure | 8 | 10 |
| Visibility | 7 | 9 |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 8 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 4 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 4 |
| Power train | 2 | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 | 3 |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Electric | 1 | 1 |
6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“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…”
- Unknown or other
“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.”
- Electrical system
“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.”
Other Hummer H3 model years
Other Hummer models
2009 Hummer H3 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Hummer H3 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2009 Hummer H3. The most recent, 15V421000 (reported July 1, 2015), concerns visibility. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Hummer H3?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 38 complaints out of 80 filed with NHTSA (48%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 5 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Hummer H3?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.