2001 Am General Hummer Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 12, 2006 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Hummer years
Not enough data 3rd of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Am General Hummer. That ranks 3rd out of 8 Hummer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 576 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Am General Hummer problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~576 mi
Power Train1 · ~576 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~576 mi
Steering1 · ~13,893 mi
Suspension1
Unknown or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~576 mi
Visibility1 · ~28,850 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System125%576——
Power Train125%576——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic125%576——
Steering125%13,893——
Suspension125%———
Unknown or Other125%———
Vehicle Speed Control125%576——
Visibility125%28,850——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2000, with 1 complaints
2000: 1200012004: 1200412005: 1200512006: 120061

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Am General Hummer recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Am General Hummer.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Dt*: the contact stated while accelerating to 50-55 mph, the vehicle vibrated and shimmied. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs on the steering box and the ball joints. One month after vehicle was repaired, the vehicle vibrated, shimmied, the front end of the vehicle failed and the…

Steering · received Oct 12, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10170621

I have had two 2001 amg hummer h1 vehicles with the electrochromatic rear view mirrors produced by magna donneley exhibiting a oval ghoasting in the viewing area and a subsiquent failure of the anti glare system. The mirror is useless for proper and safe viewing when this happens. A check of the…

Visibility · received May 3, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10119670

Vehicle was having a problem with the brakes. The abs and the tt4 breaking system was grinding and making a squealing noise. The sensor light came on. The owner has had this problem resolved many times . However, it keeps recurring. Secondly, the vehicle is also experiencing a problem with…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received May 25, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10074220

Hummer are planning to launch 3 new lines of suvs with seriour safety problems for other drivers, these vehicle can ride of 22' objects. Please check for safety.

Suspension · received Oct 16, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 9001741

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Am General Hummer?

Owners most often report electrical system, power train, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Am General Hummer?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Am General Hummer a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Hummer model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.