2007 Hummer H3 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Hummer H3.

20062008
Complaints
331
Crashes
21
Fires
23
Injuries
23
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2007 Hummer H3 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#168 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:85,469 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:10
#244 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:91,029 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:2
#324 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:100,133 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Hummer H3.

Electrical Faults
68
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
10
Avg Miles
85,469
Engine Problems
44
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
91,029
Wipers & Visibility
24
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
100,133
Transmission / Drivetrain
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
67,537
Airbags
15
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
1
Avg Miles
97,909
Electronic Stability Control
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
90,110
Body Structure
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
97,637
Fuel System
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
87,874
Engine & Cooling
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
56,760
Visibility
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
98,801
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
76,080
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
92,988
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
81,450
Structure:Body:Hood
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
150,000
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/Motor
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
100,348
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Side/Window
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Hummer H3

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~327,122 vehicles.

15V421000Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System:fan/motor
~164,993 affected

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.

10V179000Structure:body:hood
~162,129 affected

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 HOOD LOUVER RATTLE AGAINST THE HOOD AND BECOME LOOSE. IF THIS INDICATOR IS UNNOTICED, ADDITIONAL CLIPS COULD FRACTURE AND THE HOOD LOUVER COULD DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE.

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2007 Hummer H3 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Hummer H3 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2007 Hummer H3 has 331 NHTSA complaints, 21 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 68 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Hummer H3?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (68 complaints, avg 85,469 mi); Engine Problems (44 complaints, avg 91,029 mi); Wipers & Visibility (24 complaints, avg 100,133 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Hummer H3?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 89,137 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Hummer H3?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Hummer H3 include 21 crash-related reports, 23 fire reports, 23 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2007 Hummer H3 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 327,122 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2007 Hummer H3?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hummer H3 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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