2006 Hummer H3 body problems

Filed Jan 14, 2026 · Body, Engine · 130,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2006 Hummer H3. The contact stated that the frame was rusted on the driver's side. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and was able to see through the subframe. The contact also noticed cracks in sub frame. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined there was an issue with the temperature sensor. While receiving an oil change, it was determined that the subframe was rusted. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that there was no recall coverage for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Filed Sep 7, 2023 · Body, Visibility · 193,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2006 Hummer H3. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the hood louver detached from the vehicle and cracked the front windshield. The contact stated that the crack obstructed his vision while driving. The contact called the dealer and was informed that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 10V179000 (Structure). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 193,000.

Filed Jun 6, 2020 · Body, Visibility · 153,000 miles · AR

My sunroof has been leaking, on the passenger side it chimes out behind & below the glove box. On the driver's side it leaks directly from the sunroof onto the driver's seat, and behind the emergency brake. Both sides soak the floorboards front & back. It leaks whether stationary or in motion, however when it has been sitting during a rain storm, when you move it, sheets of water pour down from the sunroof.

Filed Mar 1, 2019 · Acceleration, Body · 80,000 miles · WI

The hood cover is loose and rattles when driving. It makes me afraid as I drive the interstate everyday and it seems as if it is going to fly off. I also lose power or it fails to start due to some type of electrical issue, brakes go, steering goes and all lights on cluster light up

Filed Jun 20, 2018 · Body · 169,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hummer h3. While driving 60 MPH, the louver in the center of the hood shattered into pieces, striking the windshield and the top of the vehicle. The contact was able to maneuver to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (hoffpauir ford, 902 n key ave, lampasas, tx 76550, (800) 460-4171) where it was diagnosed that the louver needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer (honolulu buick gmc cadillac, 2945 n nimitz hwy, honolulu, hi 96819, (808) 800-4338), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 169,000.

Filed Feb 20, 2018 · Body · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hummer h3. Years after the vehicle was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v179000 (structure), the hood lever detached from the vehicle independently. The vehicle was taken to apple valley chevrolet (650 foxcroft ave, martinsburg, wv 25401) and the contact was informed that she would be responsible for the cost of a new lever. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the recall part was out of warranty. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they informed the contact that the glue that was used for the remedy repair failed. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Feb 13, 2018 · Body, Locks · 87,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hummer h3. While driving unknown speeds, the hood detached and crashed into the windshield. The windshield was shattered. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 87,000.

Filed Nov 9, 2017 · Body · MA

Frame completely rusted with holes thruout the frame cannot be driven. Needs new frame

Filed Mar 20, 2017 · Body, Visibility · 196,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hummer h3. The contact stated that the dirt from the air was getting clogged into the sun roof, which affected the performance of the sun roof. When the sun roof got clogged with dirt, it caused water to leak into the vehicle whenever it rained. The water that leaked into the vehicle would affect the main vehicle computer that would affect the performance of the vehicle. The contact stated that the sun roof and vehicle computer failures had been recurring issues since owning the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 196,000.

Filed Nov 23, 2016 · Body, Suspension · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 hummer h3. The contact stated that the structural frame completely rusted. Also, the leaf springs were fractured, which were a major part of the vehicle's structure and could damage the wheel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown.