Model year guide

2006 Hummer H2

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Hummer H2 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 45 on record.

2006 Hummer H2 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Hummer H2 at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints25
Typical price$21,601

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Hummer H2 recalls 5

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #08V441000 · 28/08/2008

GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL, SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MY 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WIPER WASHER FLUID SYSTEM. A SHORT CIRCUIT ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WASHER FLUID HEATER MAY OVERHEAT THE CON…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339 OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM, GMC…

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #10V240000 · 04/06/2010

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS …

Fix: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OW…

Steering NHTSA Campaign #06E010000 · 01/02/2006

CERTAIN FABTECH AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PITMAN ARMS, P/NOS. FTS71000 AND FTS71001, INSTALLED FOR USE ON CERTAIN 2001-2006 GM C/K 2500 PICK UP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE PIN LOCATED INSIDE THE PITMAN ARM CAN SHEAR OFF DUE TO A REVERSE BENDING FATIGUE CONDITION, RESULTING IN A TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.

Fix: FABTECH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PITMAN AND IDLER ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FABTECH AT 909-597-7800.

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections NHTSA Campaign #05V455000 · 05/10/2005

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A POWER STEERING HOSE THAT IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION. UNDER EXTREME STEERING MANEUVERS, SUCH AS TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL FULLY TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT WHILE BRAKING, THE HOSE MAY FRACTURE AND LEAK FLUID.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING HOSE(S) FOR TWO SUSPECT DATE CODES AND REPLACE THEM IF REQUIRED. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON OCTOBER 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727,…

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #05V552000 · 07/12/2005

CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.

Fix: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-9…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2006 Hummer H2 common problems

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

What's a 2006 Hummer H2 worth?

Low
$14,600
Typical price
$21,601
High
$27,000

From 45 comparable 2006 Hummer H2 listings.

2006 Hummer H2 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
6.0L 8-cyl

2006 Hummer H2 vehicles on record

2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U76H120056 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U16H118125 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U46H105286 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U26H103097 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U06H116706 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U76H104293 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U46H105191 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23UX6H122237 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U36H109541 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U76H120185 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U66H104141 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U56H105684 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U76H107744 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U16H101325 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23UX6H117619 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U26H104167 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U06H103230 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U86H107624 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23UX6H118446 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U66H103698 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U86H118042 2006 Hummer H2 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U96H116610 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23U46H100752 2006 Hummer H2 Base5GRGN23UX6H120830

Other Hummer H2 model years

2009 2008 2007 2005 2004 2003

2006 Hummer H2 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Hummer H2 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2006 Hummer H2. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Hummer H2?

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, service brakes.

How much is a 2006 Hummer H2 worth?

Comparable 2006 Hummer H2 listings run roughly $14,600–$27,000, typically around $21,601 (from 45 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.