Hood louver separation
Defect Summary
Gm is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 hummer h3 vehicles. some of these vehicles have a condition in which the integral clip-tabs on the louver on the hood may fracture, causing the hood louver rattle against the hood and become loose. If this indicator is unnoticed, additional clips could fracture and the hood louver could detach from the vehicle.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle is being driving when this occurs, it could strike a following vehicle and cause injury and/or property damage.
Corrective Action
Dealers will apply an adhesive to the hood louver to secure it to the hood. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 12, 2010. owners may contact hummer at 800-732-5493 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
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FAQ: Recall 10V179000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V179000?
NHTSA recall 10V179000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on April 30, 2010. It addresses: Hood louver separation. The recall affects approximately 162,129 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V179000 or the manufacturer campaign number N100088. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.