Hummer H3t
Model H3t made by Hummer got 7 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 21 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, child seat. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and power train. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 2009
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 09V080000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 06/01/2008 to 10/31/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 1738 | 04/10/2009 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/11/2009 | 03/11/2009 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | General motors is recalling 1,738 my 2009 hummer h3t vehicles. some of these vehicles have a condition in which the fuel tank front support strap may fracture. if this occurs, the fuel tank would be supported by the rear support strap and stone shield only. continued use of the vehicle may eventually fracture the rear support strap and shield fasteners. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The fuel tank could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a new design fuel tank front support strap free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or before april 10, 2009. owners may contact hummer at 800-732-5493, or the gm owner center at ww.gmownercenter.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | General motors 09048.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES | |||||
| PI-0304 | 11/01/2010 | 10037490 | Ready | 05/24/2011 | |
| PI-0304 | 11/01/2010 | 10037490 | Gm: positive battery cable is too close to the engine sight shield cover. the battery cable could rub through. *rm | 05/24/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| SB-09-06-04-025 | 05/01/2009 | 10030725 | Saab/hummer/gmc/chevrolet: malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated, dtcs p0300-p0306, engine runs rough (inspect for water intrusion in spark plug recess area, replace spark plug and ignition coil, seal ignition coil bolt hole vents a | 11/23/2009 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER | |||||
| PI-0153B | 02/01/2011 | 10038349 | Gm: there is a whine noise when in drive or reverse. there is a bearing problem in the torque converter. *rm | 06/15/2011 | |
| PI-0153B | 02/01/2011 | 10038349 | Ready | 06/15/2011 | |
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| SB-11273 | 09/01/2012 | 10047220 | Hummer/cadillac, chevrolet, gmc: see document search button for owner letter. engine may have reduced power, running rough, and possible have malfunction indicator lamp on, due throttle position sensor. models 2008-2010 cadillac escalade | 11/19/2012 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| TB-090940001 | 02/01/2009 | 10030106 | General motors: the seat belt buckles not operating and /or seat belt warning light illumination, as well as difficulty latching and unlatching the buckle or the buckle release button sticking. affects 2010 and prior gm passenger cars and t | 08/03/2009 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||||
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm | 05/11/2011 | |
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Ready | 05/11/2011 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING | |||||
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Ready | 05/11/2011 | |
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm | 05/11/2011 | |
| SEAT BELTS - REAR - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| TB-090940001 | 02/01/2009 | 10030106 | General motors: the seat belt buckles not operating and /or seat belt warning light illumination, as well as difficulty latching and unlatching the buckle or the buckle release button sticking. affects 2010 and prior gm passenger cars and t | 08/03/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||||
| SB-11157 | 10/01/2011 | SB-11157A | 10042284 | Hummer: see document search button for owner letter. due to snow or water that contains other contaminants or road salt and enter and remain in fitting, the front brake hose fitting may corrode. if remains in fitting can develop a leak | 12/05/2011 |
| SB-11157 | 10/01/2011 | 10042284 | Hummer: see document search button for owner letter. due to snow or water that contains other contaminants or road salt and enter and remain in fitting, the front brake hose fitting may corrode. if remains in fitting can develop a leak | 12/05/2011 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| PIT-4767 | 12/01/2008 | 10028185 | General motors: installation issue; h3t accessory assist step. passenger side rear bracket may not align correctly with vehicle frame weld nuts. *pe | 03/13/2009 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| PIT-4767 | 12/01/2008 | 10028185 | General motors: installation issue; h3t accessory assist step. passenger side rear bracket may not align correctly with vehicle frame weld nuts. *pe | 03/13/2009 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| PIT-3749D | 11/01/2010 | 10037570 | Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm | 05/25/2011 | |
| PIT-3749D | 11/01/2010 | 10037570 | Ready | 05/25/2011 | |
| PIT-4767 | 12/01/2008 | 10028185 | General motors: installation issue; h3t accessory assist step. passenger side rear bracket may not align correctly with vehicle frame weld nuts. *pe | 03/13/2009 | |
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | |||||
| PIT-3929C | 11/01/2010 | 10037571 | Gm: service stability or traction light is on with one internal trouble code. *rm | 05/25/2011 | |
| PIT-3929C | 11/01/2010 | 10037571 | Ready | 05/25/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 11/11/2012 | 65000 | 1 | |
| Traveling at 5mph on neighborhood gravel road, side curtain airbags deployed without any warning. no collision or accident. entire system went into crash mode and fired seat belt tensioners, and shut down fuel. had 2 passengers in vehicle, all were uninjured. was forced to cut airbags off ceiling to see out, and drive vehicle to closest garage. incident was captured on video by passenger using a gopro camera, showing the exterior conditions and lack of terrain related causes. multiple other hummer h3 owners have experienced similar incidents, and i will be looking into legal action if this issue isn't resolved. *tr | |||
| 11/11/2012 | 65000 | ||
| Traveling at 5mph on neighborhood gravel road, side curtain airbags deployed without any warning. no collision or accident. entire system went into crash mode and fired seat belt tensioners, and shut down fuel. had 2 passengers in vehicle, all were uninjured. was forced to cut airbags off ceiling to see out, and drive vehicle to closest garage. incident was captured on video by passenger using a gopro camera, showing the exterior conditions and lack of terrain related causes. multiple other hummer h3 owners have experienced similar incidents, and i will be looking into legal action if this issue isn't resolved. | |||
| 02/15/2011 | 34800 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3t alpha. the contact was driving 75 mph when both the driver and passenger side air bags deployed without warning. the failure recurred twice. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed a faulty sensor was the cause of the failure. the manufacturer was contacted and the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 34,800 and the current mileage was 58,000. | |||
| 02/15/2011 | 34800 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3t alpha. the contact was driving 75 mph when both the driver and passenger side air bags deployed without warning. the failure recurred twice. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed a faulty sensor was the cause of the failure. the manufacturer was contacted and the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 34,800 and the current mileage was 58,000. kmj | |||
| CHILD SEAT | |||
| 01/30/2010 | 12000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2009 hummer h3t. the contact owns a 2008 evenflo discovery child seat, model number 5391855a, manufactured on 3/25/08. the contact observed when the child was properly secured rearfacing in an infant child restraint seat; the plastic shield attachment broke. the child restraint seat was installed using the latch system. the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer of the safety concerns. the failure mileage was 12,000. the vin was unknown. | |||