2006 Hummer H2
Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 22 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 141 |
| 2004 | 59 |
| 2005 | 79 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
4 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Vehicle had been driven approximately 2 miles from start time, was stationary and unoccupied for approximately 10-25 minutes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-07
Also filed under Seats
I purchased a 2006 Hummer H2 at cerritos Hummer. I currently have almost 55,000 miles. Today I was parking my car and noticed the steering was extremely hard to turn. Also the brakes were really weak.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-08-07
Also filed under Steering
The contact owns a 2006 Hummer H2. The contact stated while driving and activating the blower motor, the blower motor was intermittently inoperable. The contact stated that an abnormal electrical burning odor was coming from the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-02
Also filed under Visibility
Suspension
4 of 22 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and lower ball joint.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 GMC Hummer H2. While driving 55 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle and drove into a canal. The tow mechanic stated that the lower ball joint snapped and caused the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-07-23
Service brakes
4 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Steering
3 of 22 total reports mention: steering.
Engine
3 of 22 total reports mention: engine.
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Exhaust bolts broken , leaking exhaust fumes into vehicle , engine fire ???? City driving
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-15
Exhaust leaking because manifold bolts broken , this is my second Hummer , my lawyer has a Hummer also and I belong to Hummer group here in…
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-15
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2005-10-14Steering05V455000 Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(S) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on October 14, 2005. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438…
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2005-10-28Engineering analysisClosed 2007-04-30 Hummer H2 steering knuckle failures
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2006-03-31Equipment05V552000 Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims." These vehicles were shipped with tire and…
Remedy: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on March 31, 2006. Owners may…
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2008-06-12Engineering analysisClosed 2008-09-08 Non-crash engine compartment fires
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2008-09-12Electrical system08V441000 GM is recalling 857,735 my 2006-2008 Buick lucerne; Cadillac dts; Hummer H2; my 2007-2008 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet avalanche, silverado, suburban, tahoe; GMC acadia…
Remedy: Dealers will install a wire harness with an in-line fuse free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2008. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080; Cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or…
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2010-06-11Electrical system10V240000 GM is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Buick, lucerne; Cadillac dts; Hummer H2; model year 2008-2009 Buick enclave; Cadillac cts; model year 2007-2009 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade…
Remedy: Dealers will permanently disable and remove the heated washer fluid module. An updated page for the owner manual will be provided and inserted in the owner manual to document that the feature has…
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Hummer H2 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E010000 · Steering
- Recall 05V455000 · Steering
- Recall 05V552000 · Equipment
- Recall 08V441000 · Electrical system
- Recall 10V240000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2006 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 2006 Hummer H2?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Hummer H2 have?
- 5 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.