1999 Am General Hummer
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2003 | 12 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats.
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THE U.S. ARMY HAS RECENTLY MADE IT MANDATORY FOR ALL SOLDIERS DRIVING IN HUMMV'S (AND OTHER TACTICAL VEHICLES) TO WEAR THE KEVLAR HELMETS, EVEN ON PUBLIC HIGHWAYS. MOST OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE NO HEADREST.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050125
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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CYLINDER WALL NUMBER 8 CRACKED LEAVING THE ENGINE USELESS. *PH CONSUMER MADE AN INVESTIGATION ABOUT THE DEFECT OF THE VEHICLE AND FOUND OUT THAT GENERAL MOTORS (GM) KNEW ABOUT THE PROBLEM ON THE ENGINE BLOCK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040312
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE NUTS USED TO ATTACH THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE HYDROBOOST BOLTS WERE OF THE METRIC TYPE RATHER THAN THE REQUIRED ENGLISH TYPE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER-TO-HYDROBOOST MOUNTING BOLTS AND NUTS.
Campaign 99V059000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: A POTENTIAL CHAFING CONDITION OCCURS BETWEEN THE FLEXIBLE BRAKE LINES WHICH CONNECT THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE ABS MODULATOR. THIS CONDITION CAN LEAD TO ONE OR BOTH OF THE BRAKE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER TO ABS MODULATOR LINES.
Campaign 00V005000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH PLASTIC CANCELLATION PIN CAN WEAR PREMATURELY CAUSING THE SIGNALS TO FAIL TO CANCEL AFTER COMPLETING A TURN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WITH A NEW SWITCH HAVING A METAL CANCELLATION PIN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 16, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON
Campaign 01V336000 — check if this car was fixed
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. TH
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.
Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Am General Hummer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V059000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V005000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V336000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 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 1999 Am General Hummer?
The most-reported component is seats:front assembly:head restraint, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 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.