2009 Hummer H2
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
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 141 |
| 2004 | 59 |
| 2005 | 79 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
Both rear leaf springs broke right at the front "Spring eyes", causing the rear to shift towards the back of the vehicle, thus activating the emergency brake and causing the vehicle to become inoperable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-03-17
Power train
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Since August of 2009, having problems with engine/transmission. Vehicle "Died in flight" In August, vehicle coughs, stutters, and stalls out every day at first start-up, and I'm experiencing harsh shifting daily.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-10-21
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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…
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Hummer H2 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V240000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 Hummer H2?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Hummer H2 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.