1999 Hummer H1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 15, 2005 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other H1 years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1999 Hummer H1. That ranks 2nd out of 4 H1 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 14,000 miles. 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 1999 Hummer H1 problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~14,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%14,000——

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

1999 Hummer H1 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Hummer H1.

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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.

Consumer inquired as to why there was not a recall on the defective #8 cylinder of the 1999 hi hummer.*mr the #8 cylinder cracked resulting in total engine failure at 14000 miles. *nm

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jul 13, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10129110

Other Hummer H1 years

2002 H1 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2006 H101
2003 H140
2002 H110
199910

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Hummer H1?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Hummer H1?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Hummer H1 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other H1 model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.