2022 GMC Hummer EV: common problems and reliability

The 2022 GMC Hummer EV has 5 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and structure. Owners most often flag extremely poor efficiency — cited as the "least efficient ev," achieving less than 2.1 mi/kwh and approximately 59 mpg-e; real-world range significantly impacted by driving style and conditions. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2022 model year

5
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 GMC Hummer EV vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

electrical system
3
structure
2
visibility/wiper
1
air bags
1
suspension
1

What owners say across generations

Polarized sentiment. The vehicle is widely recognized as a technological showcase and "halo" product, praised for its extreme performance capabilities, including a 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) time of approximately 3.0 seconds, up to 1000 horsepower, and unique off-ro

  • Extremely poor efficiency — cited as the "least efficient EV," achieving less than 2.1 mi/kWh and approximately 59 MPG-e; real-world range significantly impacted by driving style and conditions. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Excessive weight and size — approximately 9,000 lbs (4,082 kg) creates safety concerns for pedestrians and other vehicles, contributes to long stopping distances, and is criticized as wasteful. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Long stopping distances — 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h) stopping distance reported between 137 ft and 157 ft, which is longer than a heavy-duty diesel dually; 70-0 mph (113-0 km/h) distance is 211 ft, and 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h) requires 504 ft. Frequency: very frequent.
  • High cost — MSRP cited at over $108,658 for a 2025 3X model, with transaction prices still exceeding $100,000; seen as poor value compared to competitors. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Slow charging times — even with an 80A home charger, a full recharge can take approximately 12 hours; public charging to 100% can cost over $100. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Hummer EV.