MYRModel Year Report

2006 Hummer H3

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2006 Hummer H3
BUILT 2026-08-02

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hummer H3 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2006: 360 complaints 2006 2007: 237 complaints 2007 2008: 113 complaints 2008 2009: 69 complaints 2009 2010: 7 complaints 2010
2006: 360 complaints
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YearComplaints
20032
2006360
2007237
2008113
200969
20107

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 25%

25% of complaints: electrical system — 90 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HUMMER H3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, A BURNING ODOR WAS SMELLED AND SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130308

ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 52 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HUMMER H3. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 50 MPH WHEN THE SMELL OF COOLANT EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND WHITE SMOKE WAS VISIBLE FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120524

VISIBILITY/WIPER 8%

8% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 29 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HUMMER H3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V421000 (VISIBILITY); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171204

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 7%

7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 26 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 7%

7% of complaints: suspension — 25 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060331 — equipment

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 L

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 CONTA

Campaign 05V552000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061106 — air bags

CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED.

Remedy: BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED I

Campaign 06V417000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100412 — structure

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 HUMMER H3 VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE INTEGRAL CLIP-TABS ON THE LOUVER ON THE HOOD MAY FRACTURE, CAUSING THE HO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL APPLY AN ADHESIVE TO THE HOOD LOUVER TO SECURE IT TO THE HOOD. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HUMMER AT

Campaign 10V179000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20160226 — visibility

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Hummer H3 vehicles manufactured February 5, 2005, to May 24, 2010, and 2009-2010 Hummer H3T vehicles manufactured May 21, 2008, to May 24, 2010.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace part of the blower motor connector and harness, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2016. Owners may contact Hummer customer service at 1-800-732-5493. GM's number for this recall is 15042.

Campaign 15V421000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Hummer H3 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (90 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (52 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (29 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V552000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06V417000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V179000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V421000 (visibility) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Hummer H3 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 H3?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Hummer H3 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.