Time to evaluate my purchase !

[Wisha Haddan H3]

Originally Posted by Sewie

I just don't get these whiny posts. People having real problems with their rigs like cylinder head issues, busted diffs, etc., I can sympathize with. But complaining about stuff that was clearly evident before buying the truck.....

x2 ... you only have yourself to blame if you're not happy with your impulse buy.

[Wisha Haddan H3]

I recently posted 2 survey threads on H3 problems. One showed about 47 problems with 400 views. The other showed 26 problems out of 245 views. Sure, they're informal surveys, but that's a pretty low problem rate for a 1st and 2nd year vehicle. Not bad at all.

Plus, of all the problems listed, most have been covered by warranty (including some paint problems), parts redesign (like the A-pillar, marker & off-road lights, roof rails, steering column, tie rods, and cylinder heads) or improvements in quality control at the factory. I've only heard of a very few who had to resort to lemon laws or GM buy-back.

And then there's GM's response to customer complaints and usability issues. So far, we've seen 2006 1/2, 07 and 07 1/2 changes like the shifter cubby hole, window switch location, PCM/BCM upgrades, child-locks and the 3.7L power increase (with no loss in fuel mileage).

And then there's warranty coverage. H3 product support is very high, even for part failure off-road. Most 4x4 makers call actual off-road use "abuse" and won't cover any breakage under warranty. Not Hummer. Lots of members have reported warranty coverage offroad. And the rate of breakage has dropped as parts are tested, refined or redesigned.

[trailerpup]

For the record... I wasn't complaining. I really like my H3. And, I have had lot of different vehicles. I could write a list of things that were "bad" on my 2006 Tacoma a mile long. I would take the H3 over it any day!

[lance-n]

Hey Mr. Snappy,
Why didn't you just buy a new corvette and make your gripes on the corvette blogs?

[Mr Snappy]

You guys amaze me....so since you can't defend all of the problems I have pointed out, it's now me and my "impulse buy" LOL.

Whatever...

Looks like this is the wrong place to have an honest discussion about our vehicles. And for the record, I never said I didn't like the truck, and I have no plans to get rid of it. You guys keep waving the HUMMER flag and ignoring the issues, you will find that you own a collectors item in very short order.

BTW, since you fan boys refuse to get the point, let me show you a little graphic.



or this one...

[Mr Snappy]

Also, not that I care what you all think about me, but I do like the truck. I knew about the graphics above, but decided to buy anyways. I just am perplexed at the problems and wants GM to fix them.

[lance-n]

looks to me like those charts show the hummer in the upper edge of all vehicles. i am amazed that the land rover dependability rating is so high on that chart.
when i was shopping for a new truck, i was considering the range rover, but was scared away by friends who seemed to always have them in the shop.
i seems like that study is for all vehicles in each brand. the toureg for instance has become known as an undependable vehicle and their sales have plummeted in the US.
BTW-this is a place for honest discussion about our vehicles. browse the old posts and replies. you will see that there are many people bringing their issues up here and requesting advice and help-and receiving it.
the difference is that people generally don't enter the forum and start off as a whiner and complainer right off the bat!
i have had a few issues with my truck and there is no local dealer here to go to, well actually there is one now, but they have no service bay!
i have received help from people here, but whining is just not permitted.
if you want to start over, i am sure that people will welcome you, if not, some of us will simply place you on "IGNORE"

[lance-n]

duh!!!!
i just noticed i read the chart backwards!!!!!
what an idiot!!!

[NewHummerGuy]

"I knew about the graphics above, but decided to buy anyways. I just am perplexed at the problems and wants GM to fix them."

Just curious, since you knew of the problems why are you perplexed?

[usetosellhummer]

Dump it, hell buy an H1 if you want fit, finish , and paint.
You must not have done your research man or your not a Hummer kind of dude. (truck owner)

[fourfourto]

Originally Posted by Mr Snappy

Also, not that I care what you all think about me, but I do like the truck. I knew about the graphics above, but decided to buy anyways. I just am perplexed at the problems and wants GM to fix them.

Mr snappy looks perplexed

It doent mean he has to leave hes snappy

Originally Posted by fourfourto

Mr snappy looks perplexed

It doent mean he has to leave hes snappy

That's right. Snap to it! He's okay, he's got a Hummer.

[trailerpup]

I can't believe the way everyone is reacting. Geez, the guy wanted to share some issues he had with his H3 and maybe get a little feedback and maybe some tips from the kind folks here at Elcova H3 forum. I am ashamed and, may I say, quite appalled at the despicable responses I have seen on this thread. Why, it makes me want to just get rid my H3 and maybe get a vehicle where I can join a forum where people are friendly and helpful, not outrageous and obnoxious. I mean, really people, can't we all just get along. I for one am not going to stoop to the lowest levels I have seen from some of you people. I mean, if a person wants to share something and expects a few kind words in return, they should be able to share those words and expect respectful and dignified responses. I mean are we a community, or what. When I purchased my H3, sure there were a few quirks with it, and I wondered if I had truly made the right decision. I came to the decision that.... oh, I just can't do this anymore.... just kidding!!!! Ha Ha! I knew this was going to be a good one!!!!!

How do you make his tail wag like that?

[stagger_lee]

Originally Posted by trailerpup

Why, it makes me want to just get rid my H3 and maybe get a vehicle where I can join a forum where people are friendly and helpful, not outrageous and obnoxious. I mean, really people, can't we all just get along.

Dont frequent too many forums, do ya? This is about the nicest place I have found. Try taking a look into the Audi forum. I think a lot of people get pissed because trolls constantly come in here and try to bust everyones balls. Second the guy made the decision to buy the car. Wisha Haddan H3 nailed it, warranty issues can be handled with dealer, and cosmetics?...well he made the decision to buy the car and needs to start writing letters to GM if he thinks they are responsible for fixing some of those things. Sometimes you have to give up a few amenities or comforts in order to get the performance. And all due respect to you my friend, Im not here to bust any balls, and I agree people can be harsh, but he did have the ultimate decision to buy the car, and can trade it in tomorrow if he wanted too. Dont cry about what you cant change, fix it,live with it, or get rid of it.

[Wisha Haddan H3]

Originally Posted by Mr Snappy

You guys amaze me....so since you can't defend all of the problems I have pointed out, it's now me and my "impulse buy" LOL.

Whatever...

Looks like this is the wrong place to have an honest discussion about our vehicles ...

If you really want to talk about quality, you're going to have to do better than "XM sucks".


Except for the paint issue, all the "problems" you pointed out were personal preferences, not huge, disastrous, company-killing, quality issues.

Many people like the Monsoon system and XM radio. If they wanted to play MP3s, they got the Monsoon single disc or bought an ipod adapter. Many don't mind the seat heater location. Most people know the EPA ratings are wrong (that's why they're changing this year) and accept the gas mileage.

Seems like GM was spot-on for most people, so your "quality problems" are everyone else's quality bonus. Next time be more patient and pay for only the options you want.

If these issues really piss you off, do something about it. The paint's under warranty, so take it to the dealer body shop. Escalate to Hummer if they drag their feet. Write to GM about the seat heater (worked for the window switches). Pull the seat heater fuse in the summer or learn not to bump the switches. Buy a head unit and amp you actually like. Install a Sirius module. Try the fuel economy tips in other posts.

[lance-n]

i don't think we will ever hear from this guy again...