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2009 Hummer H3 visibility problems

11 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 100,000.

owner complaints
11
of this car's complaints
16%
typical mileage
100,000
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Windshield
    2
  • Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motor
    2
  • Sun/moon roof assembly
    1
  • Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Hummer H3 visibility problems in other years

200320062007200820092010

Related recalls

Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motorReported July 1, 2015 · 164,993 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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. In the affected vehicles, the connector module that controls the blower motor speed for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system may overheat.
Risk
If the blower motor connector module overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
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.

Recall number 15V421000 · Recall details

What 2009 Hummer H3 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 1, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 18,168 miles · NY

The vehicle has been brought to the dealer @ city cadillac more than a 12 times & they still have not fixed the 1st (#15042) or 2nd recall (#14582). The truck has visibility, electrical, steering, leaking & motor mount issues just to say the least plus I am a disabled us marine veteran who was shot in desert storm and I really need my vehicle to get around especially since I have handicap license plates for my special needs. Can you please help???????

Filed Sep 7, 2018 · Visibility · 33,500 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3. The contact stated that the defroster did not blow cold air. The failure occurred without warning. City cadillac (90-10, 43rd st, long island city, ny) was contacted and confirmed that the failure was related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v421000 (visibility), but refused to repair the vehicle for free because it was previously remedied. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 33,500. *tt *dt updated 10/9/18

Filed Mar 28, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · NJ

2009 hummer h3. Consumer writes in regards to several electrical problems and other vehicle issues. Consumer has previous complaint with another vehicle listed in artemis. *smd

Filed Aug 14, 2017 · Visibility · 100,020 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3. Every time it rained, the sun roof would leak. The contact took the vehicle to peters chevrolet (4181 us-259, longview, tx 75605) where it was diagnosed that the sun roof drain tube needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and informed the contact that there was no recall. The approximate failure mileage was 100,020.

Filed Dec 16, 2015 · Visibility · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v421000 (visibility) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Nov 19, 2015 · Visibility · PA

2009 hummer h3. Consumer writes in regards to recall repairs and request reimbursement. *smd recall # 15v421000. *jb the consumer stated she had the problem fixed, prior to the recall. Updated 12/31/15.

Filed Nov 6, 2015 · Visibility · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3. When the ventilation system was engaged, an abnormal odor emitted into the vehicle. As a result, the ventilation system became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v421000 (visibility) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

Filed Oct 22, 2015 · Visibility · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v421000 (visibility) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure.

Filed Sep 11, 2015 · Visibility · 100,000 miles · MA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3. While driving 35 MPH, there was a burning odor underneath the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the connector module that controls the blower motor speed needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v421000 (visibility) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Sep 8, 2015 · Visibility · 136,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3. The contact stated that the blower motor failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the blower motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v421000 (visibility) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 136,000. The VIN was not available.

Questions about the 2009 Hummer H3 visibility

Does the 2009 Hummer H3 have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the visibility of the 2009 Hummer H3, 16% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2009 Hummer H3 visibility problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 100,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Hummer H3 visibility?

Yes, 1 recall: 15V421000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Hummer H3 have the most visibility problems?

The Hummer H3 model years with the most visibility complaints are 2006 (59 complaints), 2007 (42 complaints) and 2008 (27 complaints).

Other 2009 Hummer H3 problems

Electrical 34Engine 10Airbags 8Body 8Driver assistance 4Brakes 3Fuel system 2Suspension 2Transmission 2Seat belts 1Seats 1Steering 1

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