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2003 Hummer H2 (Page 1 of 2)

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Crashes / Fires:
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Injuries / Deaths:
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Average Mileage:
63,447 miles

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2003 Hummer H2 windows / windshield problems

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2003 Hummer H2 Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #22

Feb 072012

H2

  • 104,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. The contact stated that the windshield wipers would not activate during inclement weather. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 08V456000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 104,000 and the current mileage was 105,000.

- Burleson, TX, USA

problem #21

Jan 162008

H2 8-cyl

  • 52,000 miles
My windshield wipers, and washer failed.this design flaw callback is only covered on some vins. But it appears all are defective. This causes great disappointment on a high end vehicle like a Hummer.

- Kiss., FL, USA

problem #20

Aug 012011

H2 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 55,894 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. The contact stated that the windshield wipers only functioned on an intermittent basis. The speedometer would also stick at a certain speed and whenever the vehicle decelerated, the speedometer would not reflect the actual speed the vehicle was traveling at. The speedometer would maintain readings of 60 mph and above. An authorized dealer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 02V283000 (visibility: Windshield wiper/washer:motor). There were no recalls addressing the speedometer failure. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 55,894. Updated 09/28/2011

- Mount Laurel, NJ, USA

problem #19

Oct 252007

H2

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. While driving approximately 65 mph, the windshield wipers suddenly activated involuntarily and would not shut off. The contact stated when the failure occurred it was not raining and the windshield wipers scratched the glass. She stated now the windshield wipers would not turn on and made a loud noise. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and was advised her vehicle was not part of recall 08V456000 (visibility: Windshield wiper/washer: Motor). The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 90,000.

- Parris, CA, USA

problem #18

Dec 292010

H2

  • 49,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph when windshield washer fluid independently sprayed all over the windshield until it was empty. The windshield wipers also activated independently. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the contacts VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 02V283000 (visibility: Windshield wiper/washer: Motor). The contact was able to secure an appointment with the dealer for repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 49,000.

- San Jose, CA, USA

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problem #17

Jan 052010

H2

  • 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. The contact stated that the windshield wiper motor had malfunctioned. The vehicle was inspected by the dealer and informed the contact that the module failed due to excessive water. The module was replaced, but not the motor. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

- Walnut, CA, USA

problem #16

Sep 292010

H2

  • 95,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I was driving home after work and it started to ran. I turned on my windshield wipers and they worked for a short time then just stopped. I turned off the wipers and tried to get them to restart, but nothing happened so I turned them off. Then all of a sudden, they came back on at high speed and I couldn't turn them off ; the washer fluid started shooting out massively until it was reserve was empty. My wipers stay on constantly and only turn off when I turn the car off. The dealership (vera Hummer in pembroke pines fl )states that there is a recall for the cover but they will not replace the motor, I am responsible. That is not right this is a defect and should be covered by the Hummer manufacturer.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #15

Jun 012010

H2

  • 96,000 miles
I was unaware of the recall 08V456000 until the windshield wipers on my Hummer H2 began until the front windshield wipers started to work intermittently and then became inoperative. GM issued a second recall for the replacement of the entire motor, but said my VIN fell outside of the recall points. I am having a very difficult time finding a replacement motor at a price I can afford. GM says it is just my problem. I have a young child and am unable to use my vehicle as I need to because of concern for his safety. GM is recalling 13,358 my 2003 Hummer H2 vehicles. Some of these 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 consequence if this were to occur, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a vehicle crash. Remedy dealers will inspect the windshield wiper module cover, and replace the windshield wiper module cover free of charge.

- Slidell, LA, USA

problem #14

Mar 032010

H2

  • 139,000 miles
Windshield motor began running on its own. Wiper fluid began squirting on its own. Would not respond to control. Recall notice document id # 1197628 states the recall is to replace a cover over the motor to prevent it from failing....... when I took my truck to have the recall performed they changed the cover? leaving the motor inoperable. I am sure this was not the intention of the recall.

- Kissimmee, FL, USA

problem #13

Jan 212010

H2 8-cyl

  • 86,500 miles
I have a 2003 Hummer H2. I am the original owner. In 2005 the windshield wiper/washer module failed during heavy rains. The dealer replaced it under warranty. On January 21, 2010, during heavy rains, it failed again. I looked up the module on the internet to find out that in 2008, 2003 Hummer were recalled for this very reason. Unfortunately, my VIN number was not within those recalled. I saw posts regarding the failure of this module on many other years. I contacted GMC, and they told me that they would not replace the module because it was not on the recall list. They also told me that they only recall models when the NHTSA forces them to, and they do not volunteer any recall. This is ridiculous and they should be held responsible for this obscure unit failing. No other car in the world has had this problem, only Hummer.

- Phillips Ranch, CA, USA

problem #12

Jun 012008

H2

  • 70,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I own a 2003 Hummer H2, that has the same issues with the wipers as that of the recall. I am being told that my VIN number does not fall into the effected units and that I am out of luck. My system also releases the wiper fluid non stop.

- Cumming, GA, USA

problem #11

Mar 252007

H2

  • 15,500 miles
Windshield wiper failure.

- Bel Air, MD, USA

problem #10

Sep 012008

H2

  • 36,500 miles
Need to replace blower motor resistor module. It quit working and we have been trying to replace part since Sept 2008. GM informed me they do not currently make this part. I feel it is a safety issue due to ice/frost and or condensation forming on the inside of the windows due to the cold weather here. It makes visibility slim to none. I was told it would take at least a month to find someone to make this part...that was 2 months ago. Just since Sept 2008 there are almost 500 people hunting this same part, we are #8 on the list. I feel due to the high volume it should be handled as a recall...replaced free of charge as well as free labor, and a rental car provided free of charge until GM/Hummer can fix my vehicle so I can have the use of it.

- Chubbuck, ID, USA

problem #9

Oct 192008

H2

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 08V456000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor) and immediately called the dealer to have the vehicle repaired. The dealer stated that the parts for the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer referred him to another dealer, who charged $463 to repair the windshield module. The manufacturer apologized for the misunderstanding, but stated that they would not reimburse him for the repair. The failure and current mileages were 60,000.

- New Orleans, LA, USA

problem #8

Dec 182008

H2

  • 46,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. The windshield wiper motor failed after water built up under the cover and ruined the bearings. NHTSA id#08V456000 campaign, visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor is related to the failure. The front windshield wipers began working intermittently. The dealer stated that they have to repair the cover and the motor is at the owners expense. The failure mileage was 46,000.

- Trafalgar, IN, USA

problem #7

Nov 072008

H2

  • 90,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. The contact stated that the windshield wipers worked intermittently. He received a recall notice and the dealer replaced the wipers according to NHTSA campaign id number 08V456000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor). After the repair, the failure worsened and the wipers stopped working completely. The contact returned to the dealer and was informed that the failure was a direct result of the recall. The contact would have to pay $600 to have the wipers repaired again. The manufacturer offered him a $500 coupon toward his next purchase from them, but did not assist with the wiper failure. The current and failure mileages were approximately 90,000.

- Glastonbury, CT, USA

problem #6

Aug 242006

H2

  • 73,434 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. Immediately after purchasing the vehicle, the contact heard an unfamiliar noise. A month later, the windshield wipers worked intermittently. The dealer could not diagnose the failure. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 08V456000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor), in which the vehicle was repaired. Immediately following the repairs, the windshield wipers continued to work intermittently. The vehicle never left the dealer lot and the mechanic stated that it needed a wiper transmission. The manufacturer stated that the recall that was related to her vehicle pertained to the windshield wiper motor module; therefore, they were not liable for the wiper transmission being repaired. The current and failure mileages were 73,434.

- Taylor, MI, USA

problem #5

Jan 102007

H2

  • 61,000 miles
Windshield wiper intermittent. Comes on without switch being activated, will not go off at all. Pulled fuse at the dealership still wouldn't go off. Was driving down the road in the rain, wipers would not function at all, however wiper fluid was rapidly spraying out at full spray and continued to spray after fluid was all gone. Bad visibility problems. Had to pull over to side of freeway in redding, ca and call local Hummer dealer which was 100 miles away. Gentleman I spoke with said he had heard of this many times. Got it fixed, and it did not remedy the problem. Now I have front end problems, brake problems, frame is squeaking really bad and dealership cant find anything wrong. Rear passenger window keeps falling down. All in all Hummer are the biggest pile of junk on the road. Ill never give my money to GM again. They do not stand behind what they sell. Now I cant even trade it in. They'll sure take your money and finance you no problem, but when you have problems they turn the other cheek and act like nothings wrong or its all your fault. I have a very strict maintenance program for all my vehicles, so them saying that its my fault, or if its involved in a crash, insurance companies want to place blame too. Good thing I have records...lots of records. I've also had problem with seat recall. One of the first times I drove it the easy out was activated and it crushed me up against the steering wheel. I turned that off really quick!

- Palermo, CA, USA

problem #4

May 232008

H2

  • 43,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. The contact stated that the windshield wipers do not work and the speedometer works intermittently. The current mileage was 46,000 and failure mileage was 43,000.

- Hendersonville, NC, USA

problem #3

Aug 262008

H2

  • 65,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Hummer H2. While driving approximately 5 mph in the rain, the windshield motor stopped working. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 02V283000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor); therefore, they would not replace the motor. The contact insisted that the dealer replace the motor; however, the dealer stated that they would only do so if it is approved by the manufacturer. The failure and current mileages were 65,000.

- Saint Augustine, FL, USA

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