hummer h2 Problems

hummer h2 2005 Complaints

WHEELS:RIM

vehicle had a bent rim that came directly from the manufacturer. consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and was informed that because the rim was bent it was causing the tire to go flat. consumer left the vehicle at the dealer for two weeks, and was informed that the manufacturer was not taking responsibility for the defect. while driving with this defect vehicle jerked to the right, knocking down a mailbox. while the vehicle was at the body shop the tire had to be inflated each time the vehicle had to be moved. owner was also told that the rim was bowed by the manufacturer which could not be repaired. it would have to be replaced. *ak

Reported in: ROYAL PALM BEACH FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

2005 h2, purchased 10/2004 there is a noise that cannot be located and repaired. sewell cadillac, dallas, texas replaced the front differential (it had metal shavings in it), replaced rear springs observing they were over extended, bubbled and warped. the car in two separate repair tickets has been in the shop 7 days each time for a total of 14 days. is doesn't appear this problem can be found or fixed. there is a "dragging" noise upon acceleration between 20 - 40 mph. it is very uncomfortable hearing this noise. my neighbor had her wheel come off of her 2003 h2. i was required to fill a blank so i chose power train only because it seems closest to what it might be, i'm not sure. sewell keeps trying to fix the problem, just unsuccessfully.*ak

Reported in: IRVING TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U75H

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

2005 am general hummer h2 brakes go all the way to the floor on a panic stop. this provides no feedback for the human-machine interface. this is contrary to accepted vehicle brake design practice and may cause a driver to panic.

Reported in: GROVELAND MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

WHEELS:RIM

dt: the air was coming out of all of the tires. consumer did not think the rims were stamped correctly at the factory. when the tires were filled with air one could hear and feel the air coming out of the rim. the vehicle was pulling to the right. vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they stated have not had any problems like this. if the consumer wanted to have the problem checked he would have to pay for it. the consumer owned two 2005 hummers, and a similar problems occurred on both vehicles. the mileage for the other vehicle was 37,984.*ak

Reported in: ROYAL PALM BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U45H

TIRES

Reported in: ROYAL PALM BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U45H

STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

h2 hummer sways from left to right final impact hit parked car offered to repair, i declined, i do not want to drive a hummer again . i turned over to the legal department for gm no response yet , happened july 26. *nm

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY

dt: the contact stated the sky light on hummer has much wind tunnel noise through it. she could not hear the radio. a manager of the service department told her that the noise was given, and there had been a lot of complaints about it. the contact said she did not know about this when she bought the car. she had it fixed twice. the first time it was on 3-24-2005. they said the sun roof retainer was loose and they fixed it. the second time was on 5-10 -2005, and they applied double sided tape. she was still having the same problem. *ak

Reported in: POINT PLEASANT NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U45H

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission sticks in 3rd. gear. distressed engine on take off. only switches in and out of 2nd and 3rd gear manually. gm denies warranty on trans. states trans. malfunction due to over stressing caused by aftermaket super charger purchased by owner. *jb

Reported in: FRESNO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U95H

VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

i own a 2005 hummer h2. the problem is that both front and back windshield wipers come on by themselves without turning the controls on. it has drained the windshield wiper fluid resevoir down to nothing. they come on if it is raining or not raining. as you can see this presents a hazard if you can not see the road when the fluid is going on the windshield and the wipers coming on when they want to.

Reported in: ROSENBERG TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U95H

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING

Reported in: ROSENBERG TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U95H

AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY

this is a test.

Reported in: CAMBRIDGE AK || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

computer doesn't stay on track/

Reported in: SHREVEPORY LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U75H

STEERING

2005 hummer h2 unable to steer on dry asphalt when at a standstill. dealer replaced all steering components and it still cannot steer if at a standstill-like when you are trying to park it. i went to answers.com and a hummer expert said the power steering is weak in many gm suv's and cannot be corrected. i have checked with other owners, and half say they have the problem, and half do not. if you let the vehicle roll a little, then it can steer. but that makes it even harder to park. i decided to look at a new 2008 hummer h2, but the one i liked could not steer at a standstill, they tried to sell me a different color, which could steer, but i did not like the color.

Reported in: KAILUA HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U85H

VISIBILITY

windshield wipers work intermittently, come on by themselves, then won't shut off. the problem has happened 5 times in 3 days. same problems as the 2003 recall for same item.....dealer said water in motor and or module causing problem . have to be replaced. waiting to here from gm assistance.

Reported in: STONYBROOK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U05H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

bought vehicle new; speedometer malfunctioned at 36,000 miles.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U95H

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

tl*the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. while driving approximately 55 mph in rainy weather conditions, the front windshield wipers did not operate when activated. the driver experienced extremely limited visibility. there were no warnings prior to the failure. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they replaced the windshield wiper module. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 79,000.

Reported in: EAST HANOVER NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

tl*the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact stated that the windshield wipers failed. through online research, he discovered nhtsa campaign id number 08v456000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor). the recall states that vehicles have a condition in which water can enter the windshield wiper motor module. if a sufficient amount of water enters the module, over time, the front windshield wipers may work intermittently or they may become inoperative. the contact wants hummer to repair this issue, but his vin was not included in the recall. the current and failure mileages were 70,000.

Reported in: SANDSTONE MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U15H

VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

front wipers stop working, radio stays on when exit vehicle, having electrical issues. radio came on by it's self at night and drained battery. turn rear wipers on the radio went off.

Reported in: CLEVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U45H

VISIBILITY

front wipers stop working, radio stays on when exit vehicle, having electrical issues. radio came on by it's self at night and drained battery. turn rear wipers on the radio went off.

Reported in: CLEVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U45H

SUSPENSION:REAR

i started my vehicle 4 days ago and the speedometer and gauges were frozen and did not operate at all. i drove to the store and the gauge remained at 0 the entire time. when you accelerate the speedometer does not move from 0 mph. i turned the vehicle off and turned it back on and there was no change. yesterday when i started the vehicle the gauge would only move between 30-50 mph. today when i started the vehicle it is frozen at 120 mph and the khm(?) does not move past 1.when i accelerate neither of the two gauges are functioning. i have yet to repair it bc it has happened just a few days ago but i was told that i am looking at a very large repair cost to replace the entire dashboard cluster. the same thing happened in my 2003 model and i sold the vehicle. as well the rear suspension is lowering on its own to the lowest position and does not go back to the normal height. i have to push the button on the interior. when i return to the vehicle the following morning the rear suspension has dropped down again.

Reported in: STERLING VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN22U05H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL

Reported in: STERLING VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN22U05H

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

tl* the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. whenever he closed the rear door the rear license plate pocket would become loose. the vehicle was taken to the dealership , and he was advised that the plate pocket needed to be replaced. the current and failure mileages were 94173.

Reported in: CORONA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U25H

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

tl*the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact stated while driving 25 mph in the rain the windshield wipers stopped working. the contact saw a recall regarding visibility windshield wiper/washer motor for the 2003 models and is concerned that his year, make and model is not included since the failure is identical to the recall. the failure mileage was 61,000.

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U95H

VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

visibility and wiper motor control, and windshield washer control my 2005 has just started showing a known defect that resulted in the recall of 2003-2004, 2006-2008 hummer h2. the wipers will come-on automatically even in the off position, windshield wash front and rear operate in the off position and won't stop. all wipers and windshield wash will operate and then stop completely or turn to intermittent operation neither of which can be controlled by the driver. this started during a snowstorm in washington dc and almost caused me to crash into the back of 18 wheeler on i95.

Reported in: LEESBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U45H

VISIBILITY

Reported in: LEESBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U45H

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2005 hummer h2 front windshield wipers stopped working in on position while driving, they would only work on high and then had to be shut off just right while down or they were right in the middle of the windshield. then the wipers would come on and off when they wanted too. then the back windshield wiper came on all by itself and the wiper fluid kept squirting and the wipers would come on and off but i had no control over either the front or rear wipers and the rear wiper fluid. the fluid ran out and the motor just kept pumping until my husband removed some fuses. i was almost in an accident with my 3 sons and this could cause a fire with the pump motor not shutting off. *tw

Reported in: SENECA SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U95H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact started the ignition, suddenly the rear windshield washer dispensed fluid without activation. the identical failure occurred with the front windshield wiper dispenser. the driver disconnected the fuse which resulted in the windshield wipers to not operate. the vehicle has not been repaired at this time. the failure mileage was 50,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: HOUMA LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL

when driving for a long distance (several hours ) the speedometer all of a sudden drops to 5mph or so even though i am driving at 65 mph. this has happened twice now in the last month on my 2005 hummer h2. the speedometer only corrects after i stop and turn off the engine.

Reported in: ANAHEIM CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

i own a 2005 hummer h2 and a problem developed with the windshield wipers. they will work intermittently and at times continuously also the washer pump runs continually . dealer said corrosion caused the problem.the only way to stop the wipers and pump is to remove one of the fuses. the dealer said to fix the problem would cost approximately $250-$300. this problem started slowly and progressed to be a constant issue. i noticed that on the nhtsa website that the 2003 hummer a similar problem resulted in a recall of over 13000 vehicles are other h2 owners having this problem. *dt

Reported in: PLANT CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U25H

STEERING

while driving the road curved to the left. i tried to follow road as it curved. i was able to turn the steering wheel but the wheels could not follow the turn. the hummer went straight causing me to go into a ditch. the passenger front wheel flew off with the axel' please help me understand.

Reported in: ISSAQUAH WA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 5GRGN22U35H

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

tl*the contact owns a 2002 hummer h2. the contact stated that the windshield wipers stopped working. the wipers turned on without warning and the washer fluid began to spray out and would not stop until the vehicle was turned off. once the vehicle was restarted, the wipers did not function. the dealer stated that the windshield wiper motor was broken. the failure mileage was approximately 65,000. the current mileage was approximately 71,000.

Reported in: LAGRANGE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U05H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the instrument cluster is not working properly, the speedometer gets stuck and jumps around randomly, the rpm gauge stays maxed out, seems to reset itself periodically and works randomly then goes haywire again rendering the driver clueless as to what speed they are actually driving.

Reported in: KANNAPOLIS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U75H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

speedometer not working at all. "0" always. sometimes when i drive 40-50 ml/h then it works but is not correct and then goes to zero again. i have to get it fix to know how fast im going.

Reported in: ANAHEIM CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the windshield wipers on the vehicle will at first work intermittently, going on and off at their own will. then the windshield washer pump will turn on without warning, discharging all the washer fluid onto the windshield. the pump will continue to pump, even with the vehicle turned off. this can only be remedied with the disconnection of the battery. the wipers will then not work. this can occur at any moment, being very dangerous.

Reported in: WHITESBORO NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

Reported in: WHITESBORO NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my 2005 h2 hummer speedometer gets stuck ,i have seen over the past week that it gets stuck every day and i cant tell how fast im going this is a safety issue and i have looked on the web and have seen other complaints for the same reason.

Reported in: CATHEDRAL CITY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

2005 hummer h2 - windshield wiper not functioning properly. seems to be a defect with wiper module.

Reported in: REDONDO BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN22U05H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2005 hummer h2 - windshield wiper not functioning properly. seems to be a defect with wiper module.

Reported in: REDONDO BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN22U05H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

windshield washer motor runs, can not control, had to remove fuse to stop motor.

Reported in: MIRAMICHI 00 || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U85H

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

windshield washer motor runs, can not control, had to remove fuse to stop motor.

Reported in: MIRAMICHI 00 || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U85H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL

my tachometer was starting to stick and not it doesn't move at all. now my speedometer is starting to stick. the consequences of no speedometer are tickets, accidents from not being able to go safe speeds in various conditions.

Reported in: RIVERSIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U35H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the speedometer and tachometer in my vehicle get stuck at any speed. both meters either max out or drop to zero at numerous speeds. at slow speeds this problems is not a major issue, but at speeds above 45 mph the problem creates a dangerous situation. when pulling a trailer on the interstate at 70 mph the speedometer has dropped to zero. this creates a dangerous situation an inability to determine required speeds on different sections of the highway. a problem such as this one should only occur in a vehicle 25 or 30 years old and not 6 yrs old. it's clear that this is a factory defect and an alert should be issued for factory repair of this defect. thank you

Reported in: DISPUTANTA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: N/A

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact inspected underneath the vehicle and detected a power steering fluid leakage. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who informed him that the brake hydro-boost was leaking fluid. there was a recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number 04v045000 (service brakes, hydraulic). the vin was not included in the recall defect. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Reported in: NORCROSS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U65H

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

tl* the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact stated that the windshield wipers malfunctioned while driving 60 mph in inclement weather. the contact was forced to maneuver to the shoulder and wait until the rain stopped. in addition, the contact stated that the windshield wipers only functioned intermittently. the contact did not take the vehicle to a dealer or a local mechanic. the failure mileage was 41,000. updated 04/13/12 *bf updated 04/23/12

Reported in: CLEVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U45H

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

wipers stopped on the freeway. raining really hard.

Reported in: CLEVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

wipers stopped on the freeway. raining really hard.

Reported in: CLEVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

driving home i began to smell and electrical burning smell. it began very quickly and came and went for about 2 miles. i pulled over and looked and could not see smoke or fire so i continued home. i drove the remaining 4 miles to my home and immediately got my husband to check as the cab had filled with the smell of an electrical fire. he located the area the smell was strongest and then watched as smoke came out. he unbolted the windshield washer fluid tank and the motor on bottom had actually burned, melted and was on the verge of causing some serious damage. the wipers were not being used and had not been touched. this vehicle is equipped with a heater for the fluid.

Reported in: BUNA TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: BUNA TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated and a message appeared stating that the air bag needed to be serviced. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 130,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: MANASSAS VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

this is the 3rd time in the 5yrs i have owned this vehicle that we have lost control of the front windshield wipers during a rain storm in florida. we have replaced at our expense the wiper control module. this time being the shortest span of about a month before it gets damp and malfunctions. wipers either work intermittent or not at all and this hampers visibility and can cause a wreck. i have noticed that gm had a recall for 2003 but not for other years. i also am a member of the hummer forum and can tell you that this is common amongst all years.

Reported in: PONTE VEDRA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U75H

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. the technician stated that the power steering cooler would have to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

Reported in: QUAKERTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U95H

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact stated that the instrument gauges fluctuated then failed to display proper readings. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was 62,000.

Reported in: CONGERS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U25H

AIR BAGS

2005 hummer h2. consumer writes in regards to air bag module problems. *smd the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, due to a red light indicating the air bag needed to be replaced. when the consumer arrived at the dealer, she was informed the air bag module part, had been discontinued. the consumer has been unsuccessful at trying to find the part.

Reported in: SALISBURY CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

Reported in: SALISBURY CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the wipers would stop working in the front and start working on and off again they would still work on high setting but they would not turn off and the pump on the reservoir for the washing fluid would keep spraying even after all fluid was gone i had to pull out my fuse to keep it from spraying.trying to find out if this stuff is covered on recall or if i will have to pay to get it fixed or if i can please let me know i am not sure what all recalls need to be fixed but i would like to get them done before something bad happens .

Reported in: ROSENBERG TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

tl* the contact owns a 2005 hummer h2. the contact stated that when attempting to stop, the brake pedal became very stiff and the driver had difficulty steering the vehicle. the contact mentioned that there was brake fluid leaking from under the hood. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 05v043000 (service brakes, hydraulic). the failure mileage was 130,000.

Reported in: VERMINION OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN22U45H

SERVICE BRAKES

brake lines rusted through and failed catastrophically and without warning causing a complete loss of braking while stopping for a red light. since the entire system was rusted, there was no reserve braking from the dual system. i was traveling at a moderate speed and was able to recover without an accident. i replaced all the brake lines at a cost of $1100, not knowing that this was a common defect in gm vehicles. i saw today in the new york times that many other gm vehicle owners are experiencing the same problem. it is apparent that gm engineers have not heard about the concept of galvanic corrosion and used the wrong materials for critical components.

Reported in: HOLMDEL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U05H

SERVICE BRAKES

steel brake line bursted due to corrosion and rust. brake petal went all the way to floor. made call to gm and had vehicle towed to my local authorized gm service center. i was told that this was not covered because the vehicle was almost 10 years old and that this was the life expectancy of the vehicle.

Reported in: ELKTON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN23U65H

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while driving on i-81 near winchester, va., i noticed my speedometer moving irradically. i have not driven it much since this mishap. as of august 4, 2014 the mileage is only 55,264. i just noticed a suit filed against gm for this problem. i was never notified about any recall. is there any recourse for me?

Reported in: HEDGESVILLE WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 5GRGN22U35H

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