MYRModel Year Report

1996 Am General Hummer

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1996 Am General Hummer
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:48:48.880Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1996

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1996 3 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2003: 12 complaints 2003
1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996 3 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2003: 12 complaints 2003
1992: 1 complaint 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996 3 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2003: 12 complaints 2003

1996: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19921
19932
19942
19957
19963
19972
19983
19992
20002
20014
200312

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel system, gasoline

2 of 3 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and fuel pump.

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Fuel pump failed and defective....replaced...smell of raw gas still exists. EGR valve defective....this should not be failing like this...this truck has been well maintained.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-10-18

Aux fuel tank leaks diesel when full / parked on angle. Fire hazard - bio hazard

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-11

Steering

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing gear box (other than rack and pinion).

CRASH
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Extreme Hummer has experienced 10 wheel hub separations in last 10 yrs as well as failure steering box bolts.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-20

Also filed under Power train

Power train

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing axle hubs.

CRASH

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1996-03-19Vehicle speed control96V049000 The coating used to protect the accelerator pedal shaft is incompatible with the bronze bushing through which the shaft passes. Over time, and in the presence of a corrosive environment (Water, road…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a revised accelerator pedal and shaft assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

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    2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…

    Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

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    Date not on fileSeats96V178002 Vehicle description: buses equipped with isringhausen seats in the driver position. Two welds located on the back rest adjustment side of the seat frame did not meet the manufacturer's specifications.

    Remedy: Isringhausen is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will inspect these seats and replace the seat frame assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1996 Am General Hummer — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 96V178002 · Seats
  • Recall 96V049000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Am General Hummer reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Am General Hummer?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Am General Hummer have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.