2008 Hummer H3 vs 2009 Hummer H3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Hummer H3 | 2009 Hummer H3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 113 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 909 | 950 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–15 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hummer H3 | Hummer H3 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 34 | 34 |
| Engine | 18 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 8 |
| Visibility | 15 | 7 |
| Visibility/wiper | 12 | 5 |
| Structure | 8 | 8 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
2008 Hummer H3
2009 Hummer H3
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.