MYRModel Year Report

2005 Hummer H2

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2005 Hummer H2
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:58:56.199Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
79
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

34% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 141 complaints 2003 2004: 59 complaints 2004 2005: 79 complaints 2005 79 2006: 22 complaints 2006 2007: 11 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009
2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 141 complaints 2003 2004: 59 complaints 2004 2005: 79 complaints 2005 79 2006: 22 complaints 2006 2007: 11 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009
2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 141 complaints 2003 2004: 59 complaints 2004 2005: 79 complaints 2005 79 2006: 22 complaints 2006 2007: 11 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009

2005: 79 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20022
2003141
200459
200579
200622
200711
20087
20092

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

34% · 27 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2005 Hummer H2. The contact stated that while parking in the mountains, the vehicle was in the park position, and it unexpectedly rolled and stopped at a boulder. There were no warning lights illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-29

Also filed under Engine and power train

Heater fan blower motor started working intermittently while car in motion, then smell of burning electrical. Wiring harness to heater under the glovebox was burning hot to the touch and melted all the wires.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-24

Driving home I began to smell and electrical burning smell. It began very quickly and came and went for about 2 miles. I pulled over and looked and could not see smoke or fire so I continued home.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-15

Also filed under Visibility/wiper

Visibility

23% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and rear window wiper/washer.

Air bags

19% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing sensor/control module and occupant classification.

CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Hummer H2. While driving at approximately 30 MPH, another vehicle made an improper left turn and crashed into the front driver side of the contact's vehicle. The air bag light warning indicator illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-02-12

Service brakes

14% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Steering

8% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing arm.

CRASH
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While driving the road curved to the left. I tried to follow road as it curved. I was able to turn the steering wheel but the wheels could not follow the turn. The Hummer went straight causing me to go into a ditch.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-19

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2005-03-23Service brakes, hydraulic05V043000 Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack and separate from the hydro-boost…

    Remedy: Dealers will test the hydro-boost assembly for functional operation of the two-function valve. If the hydro-boost assembly fails the test, dealers will replace the assembly free of charge. The…

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  2. R
    2005-07-21Seat belts05V163000 On certain crew cab pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the 2ND row center occupant seat belt routing may make it difficult to position the lap portion of the safety belt low around the hips…

    Remedy: Dealers will cut open the guide loop, remove a portion of the loop, and then the remaining two sides should be folded over and secured with a retainer free of charge. The recall began on July 21…

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  3. I
    2005-10-28Engineering analysisClosed 2007-04-30 Hummer H2 steering knuckle failures
  4. R
    Date not on fileSteering06E010000 Certain fabtech aftermarket replacement pitman arms, p/nos. Fts71000 and FTS71001, installed for use on certain 2001-2006 GM c/k 2500 pick up trucks and sport utility vehicles.

    Remedy: Fabtech will notify owners and replace the pitman and idler arms free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during February 2006. Owners may contact fabtech at 909-597-7800.

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 Hummer H2 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 27 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 15 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E010000 · Steering
  • Recall 05V043000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 05V163000 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Hummer H2 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 2005 Hummer H2?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Hummer H2 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.