Complaint 2166312
2006 HUMMER H3 • STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS • incident Oct 14, 2025
- Complaint ID
- 2166312
- Make
- HUMMER
- Model
- H3
- Model Year
- 2006
- Component
- STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Incident Date
- Oct 14, 2025
- Date Received
- Jan 14, 2026
- Data As Of
- Aug 1, 2026
Complaint Summary
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Owner Narrative
The contact owns a 2006 Hummer H3. The contact stated that the frame was rusted on the driver's side. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and was able to see through the subframe. The contact also noticed cracks in sub frame. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined there was an issue with the temperature sensor. While receiving an oil change, it was determined that the subframe was rusted. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that there was no recall coverage for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Owner-submitted narrative on file with NHTSA. Complaint narratives are self-reported and have not been verified.