2004 Hummer H2 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2004 Hummer H2 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (14 reports).

3Recalls
59Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2004 Hummer H2 recalls

Seat Belts:Rear/Other

Recall 05V163Apr 22, 20051,359,824 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 05V043Feb 8, 200577,411 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 04V045Feb 4, 200468,875 vehicles affected

Most common 2004 Hummer H2 problems

Problem areas named in the 59 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System14
Visibility11
Service Brakes8
Steering6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
Suspension3
Structure3
Air Bags3
Visibility/Wiper3
Power Train2

What owners report

2026-02-10, Electrical System
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2004 Hummer H2. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 200,000. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was 210,000. Additionally, the contact stated she felt pressured to purchase the vehicle, signed the contract, and was unable to recoup the funds.
2022-10-10, Seat Belts
Report states my vehicle has a recall on 2nd row seatbelts.
2022-02-22, Engine
Yesterday I turned off the alarm and unlocked the doors via the keypad. I opened the driver door and my wife opened the passenger rear door and the Hummer H2 started. No key in the ignition and the fob does not have a start button. I then got in the car and inserted the key and turned the key to ON then to off and the vehicle would not shut off. Only after cycling through the gears was I able to shut off the vehicle. I have now disconnected the battery to prevent another unwanted start.
2021-09-16, Suspension
The contact owns a 2004 Hummer H2.The contact stated while driving at 35MPH, the contact stated the vehicle loss of control and forward momentum to the vehicle which caused the vehicle stalled and loss motive power. The contact who is a mechanic inspected the vehicle and notice that front differential carrier bolt had snapped was detached from the frame and connection to the engine. The vehicle was towed to the contact residence then towed later to a local dealer who inspected the vehicle diagnosed the failure the same as the contact that front differential carrier bolt was damaged and to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure m
2019-07-16, Service Brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 HUMMER H2. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE STOPPING DISTANCE WAS EXTENDED. WHILE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING UNDER THE SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000.

2004 Hummer H2 questions

Does the 2004 Hummer H2 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2004 Hummer H2: Seat Belts:Rear/Other; Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Hummer H2?

Based on 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (14), Visibility (11), Service Brakes (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Hummer H2 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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