2009 Hummer H3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other H3 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Hummer H3. That ranks 4th out of 6 H3 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (34 complaints, 49%), typically at around 74,100 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 5 fires, 4 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 69owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Hummer H3 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 34 | 49% | 74,100 | — | — |
| Engine | 9 | 13% | 76,936 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 8 | 12% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 8 | 12% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 10% | 83,651 | — | — |
| Visibility | 7 | 10% | 100,010 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 7% | 25,834 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 6% | 118,750 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 3% | 93,550 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 3% | 10,836 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 3% | 61,232 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 91,350 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 32,500 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | 79,700 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | 18,168 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Hummer H3 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:fan/motor
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Hummer H3 vehicles manufactured February 5, 2005, to May 24, 2010, and 2009-2010 Hummer H3T vehicles manufactured May 21, 2008, to May 24, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the connector module that controls the blower motor speed for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system may overheat.
Risk: If the blower motor connector module overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace part of the blower motor connector and harness, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2016. Owners may contact Hummer customer service at 1-800-732-5493. GM's number for this recall is 15042.
Structure:body:hood
Problem: Gm is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 hummer h3 vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the integral clip-tabs on the louver on the hood may fracture, causing the hood louver rattle against the hood and become loose. If this indicator is unnoticed, additional clips could fracture and the hood louver could detach from the vehicle.
Risk: If the vehicle is being driving when this occurs, it could strike a following vehicle and cause injury and/or property damage.
Fix: Dealers will apply an adhesive to the hood louver to secure it to the hood. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on april 12, 2010. Owners may contact hummer at 800-732-5493 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Category: Recall Reimbursement Problem NHTSA Complaint Description I am filing a complaint regarding General Motorsâ 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…
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…
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…
The contact owns a 2009 Hummer H3. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact waited for a while before the vehicle started. The contact stated that the vehicle was slow to start. The contact stated that while her husband was at the…
I was having the truck inspected per state yearly requirements and when the shop lifted the truck, the bed bent backward. The frame was rusted out on both sides.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Hummer H3?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, air bags problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 34 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Hummer H3?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Hummer H3 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other H3 model years, the 2009 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.