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ProblemsByVin File / 2006-HUMMER-H2
2006 · Hummer

Hummer H2 problems

1 safety recall. 25 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.8 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
5 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
4 reports · avg $850
severe
steering
3 reports · avg $700
severe
suspension
3 reports · avg $900
severe
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2006 H2 · engine
THE AIR FILTER COVERS ON MY H2 GET HOT AND START DEFORMING "RIPPLES" IN THE PLASTIC. THE PLASTIC MOLDING BETWEEN THEM WHERE THE WIPERS GO THROUGH DEFORMING ALSO. I HAVE REPLACED 4 AIR FILTER COVERS IN UNDER 6,000 MILES. AND 1 WIPER MOLDING. I AM NOT SURE OF THE CONSEQUENCES.…
12/02/2008 · NHTSA ODI #10250539.0
2006 H2 · brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 HUMMER H2. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE CORRODED, WHICH CAUSED THEM TO RUPTURE AND LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 111,000.
11/04/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10788277.0
2006 H2 · electrical
AT FIRST THE WASHERS JUST KEPT SPRAYING AND WOULDN'T STOP. I HAD TO TAKE OUT THE FUSE TO GET IT TO STOP. I RECENTLY PUT THE FUSE BACK IN AND NOW IT WON'T WORK. THE WASHERS WILL JUST START SPRAYING OUT OF THE BLUE AND THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IF YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND…
10/30/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10482642.0
2006 H2 · suspension
2006 HUMMER H2 FIXED 3 TIMES FROM DEALER THERE IS A SQUEAK COMING FROM THE REAR PART OF THE VEHICLE THE NOISE OCCURS WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS SUCH AS A SPEED BUMP ALSO WHEN STOPPING AND GOING...AND ESPECIALLY WHEN PULLING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY. *JB
10/30/2006 · NHTSA ODI #10172202.0

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critical NHTSA 06E010000 01/02/2006

CERTAIN FABTECH AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PITMAN ARMS, P/NOS

LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH WITH POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2006 Hummer H2 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Hummer H2 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2006 Hummer H2?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 5 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Hummer H2 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Hummer H2?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 25 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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