I've had plenty of Hummer in the bay over the years, and the body and structural complaints on these don't surprise me. 52 on the NHTSA record across 4 model-year entries (2006–2009) is not a fluke. The 2006 Hummer H3 is carrying most of the weight on this category — about 44% of every body and structural complaint filed against Hummer comes from that one truck. The pattern shows up across the lineup, but that year-model is where it concentrates. Most reports are nuisance-grade rather than safety-critical — but the volume itself is the signal. Repair exposure averages $1,500, which is meaningful money outside warranty. For trucks especially, get under it with a flashlight. Frame rust on rust-belt vehicles tells you everything you need to know about how it was kept.
Hummer body problems
52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Hummer vehicles for body issues. See body across all makes →
Worst-affected Hummer model-years for body Top 4 by complaint volume
Active recalls — Hummer body 1 on file
Gm is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 Hummer h3 vehicles
If the vehicle is being driving when this occurs, it could strike a following vehicle and cause injury and/or property damage.
Common questions
How many Hummer body complaints are on file with NHTSA?
52 complaints across 4 model-year entries from 2006 to 2009. No active recall campaigns currently cover this category for Hummer.
Which Hummer model has the most body complaints?
The 2006 Hummer H3 leads with 23 complaints in this category. Next: 2007 H3 (17) and 2009 H3 (6).
What does it cost to fix Hummer body problems?
Independent shops average $1,500 for body repairs across the Hummer lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Hummer body recalls?
Yes — 1 active recall campaign covers body on Hummer vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.