Has anyone else had to have the entire head replaced? I smell recall.

[DRTYFN]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Modley:
I wish I had never bought my H3. I shoulda known better. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

This isn't venting. That's being a pissant troll. GFY!!

[dchou1107]

My h3 has been at the dealer for 2 days already cause they are replacing my cylinder head. I am under the impression that I will not have the H3 back for a few more days. How long does it take? and is it a serious problem where I should be thinking about selling the car. I currently have 34K miles on it

[Hmmm2]

Originally Posted by dchou1107

My h3 has been at the dealer for 2 days already cause they are replacing my cylinder head. I am under the impression that I will not have the H3 back for a few more days. How long does it take? and is it a serious problem where I should be thinking about selling the car. I currently have 34K miles on it

I had the cylinder head replaced somewheres around 10,000 miles (if I recall) ..and it took a few days because they had to get parts. I have 19,000 on it now and don't have any problems with that part of the vehicle. I think quite a few here have had that problem, but I haven't heard of anyone having recurring engine problems afterwards.

[H3chicky]

Just got mine back today from having the head replaced. I have almost 28,000 miles on it. I will keep you updated on how it runs.

Barb

[Dani]

Originally Posted by dchou1107

My h3 has been at the dealer for 2 days already cause they are replacing my cylinder head. I am under the impression that I will not have the H3 back for a few more days. How long does it take? and is it a serious problem where I should be thinking about selling the car. I currently have 34K miles on it

When I had this problem with my H3- it took the dealer about 4 days to get it back to me.

[Modley]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GMPartsGuy:
First out, I haven't been made aware of any widespread issues with the I-5 used in the Colorado/H3. That doesn't mean there isn't the possibility of isolated issues. I do know that we have not replaced a single cylinder head...yet. When GM requests that an assembly replaced under warranty be returned to the WPC (Warrany Parts Center) it is to determine the root cause of failure and to determine if replacement was warranted. This take time. If there is an issue, and it is widespread, then it becomes a recall or campaign to repair a defect. If it is an isolated event, usually regionalized, it goes out as a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) and IF the issue is brought as a complaint by the consumer AND the vehicle falls under the parameters of the TSB, the repair is performed.

That is how it works.

Now, as far as replacement of the cylinder head being warranted, I believe that it is standard practice to tear it down and send it out for magnafluxing and surface flatness by a qulaified machine shop. If the valves were burned due to a lean condition, GM would pay to have the damaged valves replaced, no question. If the head is warped beyond specification, it would be replaced, no question. But if you read your new vehicle warranty, it clearly states redundantly, that GM will repair OR replace at their discretion. In other words, what would most benefit them, make the consumer happy, and cost them the least.

My guess is they suspect a calibration problem, are working on a temporary field fix to get by on, and will come out with a TSB shortly containing a recalibration. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I totally agree. That sounds in line with what they are telling me. They said they were sending the entire assembled part back for evaluation.

The only reason I even brought up the recall is that my dealer said he already had 2 with this problem and when I called back he had two more.

As soon as I posted anything about this here everybody immediately starts calling me a liar, future prius owner and every other kind of thing. No one wanted to even possibly think that I was telling the truth.

The only reason I have followed this as long as I have is to see all of those people realize their wrong.

It's funny that I have given VIN numbers dealer info and no one still wants to admit that I've been telling the truth.

I stick with my original statements.

[Modley]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HIHUMMER:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Man u guys r a**holes. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>


NANA NANA NANA....u guys r a**holes!! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You were included. Geez

[hyperion78]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by bparker:
I started to laugh when you posted this as i agree as well - however - if you think about it, you must give the origional H2 drivers alot of respect due to the fact of HOW MUCH $HIT they had to put up with. I mean; media, friends, know it alls, tree huggers and not to mention vandalism!

Those guys over the past years have really had to grow some thick skin to have the bawls to continue to post in a public area. So its no surprise to see them be a little jumpy. Look at what they have been through....

Also, look at the H3s. We are getting off easy. I mean we werent sure if we would catch hell; but honsetly I feel as if the H3 has changed alot of minds from Hummer Haters to Maybe a Future Hummer Driver....


<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by hyperion78:
....there are a few people that do seem to over top really quickly, but from what I noticed it's not normally the H3 drivers to go off first. No offense to the H2 guys, just an observation. Just a different midset for the two groups, or maybe they just need a hug :-P </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Like I said all they need is a hug. HIhummer can help with that.

[n5bxp]

The truth is that GM shipped the H3's with a defective head. All H3's made before 4/1/06 have heads that are defective. After that date, the H3 was built with new heads.

Mine was made in March 06. I bought it April 29 06.This means that mine was made, and was sold, with GM knowing that it has a head that has a fairly good chance of developing a problem. If I had known about the problem I would have delayed the purchase for a month. I am very upset with this.

I took the truck to Colorado in September, ran several 4x4 roads, a 3000 mile round trip. I am not sure I would do this again, and risk the problem developing a long way from home, and then have to deal with a week long repair a long way from home. This is a vehicle disabling problem.

To ad insult to injury, the 07 H3, which does not have a defective head, has a 100,000 mile warranty.

Everyone with a vehicle made before 4/1/06 should complain to Hummer, and GM. This was sold as a premier brand, and we should not have been treated like this.

[Sewie]

Originally Posted by n5bxp

The truth is that GM shipped the H3's with a defective head. All H3's made before 4/1/06 have heads that are defective. After that date, the H3 was built with new heads.

Mine was made in March 06. I bought it April 29 06.This means that mine was made, and was sold, with GM knowing that it has a head that has a fairly good chance of developing a problem. If I had known about the problem I would have delayed the purchase for a month. I am very upset with this.

I took the truck to Colorado in September, ran several 4x4 roads, a 3000 mile round trip. I am not sure I would do this again, and risk the problem developing a long way from home, and then have to deal with a week long repair a long way from home. This is a vehicle disabling problem.

To ad insult to injury, the 07 H3, which does not have a defective head, has a 100,000 mile warranty.

Everyone with a vehicle made before 4/1/06 should complain to Hummer, and GM. This was sold as a premier brand, and we should not have been treated like this.

Back the fawk up there sparky. Why don't you try reading through the rest of this thread, and the other threads about this issue before you chase down GM with torches and pitchforks.

My truck, as well as many of the H3's I wheel with were built in '05. To my knowledge, none of them have had the cylinder head problem. Hell, I've never even had a check engine light (probably just jinxed myself so FU in advance). If "all H3's" built over a period of almost a year had a defective cylinder head don't you think there'd be more people on here complaining about it. We'd probably also be seeing a recall. Did you get your notice? Didn't think so.

[H3Eric]

My engine light just came on and the head needs to be replaced. To concur with the previous poster I bought my H3 when it just came out so probably made before te date mentioned in previous post. The dealer ship recognized the problem and is taking care of it without any issues. without making any advertisement here I love getting good service from a good dealership.

Thanks,
Eric

[H3Eric]

Just to be funny, it is the head of the H3 not mine


Eric

[n5bxp]

So if there is no problem, why were H3's and Colorado Pickups made after 4/1/06 have newly designed heads. The head problem is more common than you seem to think.

I traded a 2005 4x4 Colorado for the H3. Go look at the Colorado web sites. The problem is common there also.

This should be a recall.

[HummBebe]

Originally Posted by n5bxp

The truth is that GM shipped the H3's with a defective head.

According to who.....you?

All H3's made before 4/1/06 have heads that are defective. After that date, the H3 was built with new heads.

And that information was provided to you.....how?

Mine was made in March 06. I bought it April 29 06.This means that mine was made, and was sold, with GM knowing that it has a head that has a fairly good chance of developing a problem.

You can prove this?


If I had known about the problem I would have delayed the purchase for a month. I am very upset with this.

That's obvious.....emotional nellie

I took the truck to Colorado in September, ran several 4x4 roads, a 3000 mile round trip. I am not sure I would do this again, and risk the problem developing a long way from home, and then have to deal with a week long repair a long way from home. This is a vehicle disabling problem.

Mine was built in April/May '05, I have 43K miles on it. No check engine light.

To ad insult to injury, the 07 H3, which does not have a defective head, has a 100,000 mile warranty.

Now you're just whining.

Everyone with a vehicle made before 4/1/06 should complain to Hummer, and GM. This was sold as a premier brand, and we should not have been treated like this.

Say what? "My H3 could potentially have a bad cylinder head"???

Eveyone who has been around the block once, knows the inherent risks of purchasing a "First Model Year" vehicle. GM has yet to leave me in the learch, thanks mostly in part to my Dealership. (HUMMER OF SACRAMENTO ROCKS )

[n5bxp]

GM Bulletin # 1845907. Dated 7/6/06. The vins with defective heads are less than 68287591. This is the last 8 digits of the vin.

[HummBebe]

Originally Posted by n5bxp

GM Bulletin # 1845907. Dated 7/6/06. The vins with defective heads are less than 68287591. This is the last 8 digits of the vin.

Show me......

[HIHUMMER]

Your thought process is amazing. I hate that your having a problem with your H3..I really do...but the more you talk...the bigger of a hypocrite you look like.
I love my hummer but wish I didn't buy it
The dealer might be BSing me...but I don't want them to look bad.

WTF!!
I'm not trying to ride you a$$...I'm just trying to understand.

[PARAGON]

Apparently I am not the only one confused.

[HIHUMMER]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">I wish I had never bought my H3. I shoulda known better. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Well...at least you learned your lesson. Now...go by a hybrid.
Idiot.

[timgco]

Just go ahead and PM Paragon.