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2007 Hyundai Entourage Recalls, Problems & Maintenance

The 2007 Hyundai Entourage has no open NHTSA recalls. Owners report 6 recurring issue clusters, led by “Power sliding door fails to latch or opens while driving.” Hyundai's owner's manual splits service into Normal and Severe schedules. Most US drivers qualify as Severe due to short trips, extreme temperatures, or stop-and-go traffic. Hyundai Assurance covers the first 3 years / 36,000 miles of complimentary maintenance on new vehicles. The Theta II 2.0L and 2.4L engines (2011-2019) are subject to TSBs around oil consumption — strict adherence to oil intervals matters.

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No open recalls on file. NHTSA lists no unrepaired safety recalls for this year, make and model. A recall can be issued at any time, and a specific car can still have one open — check yours by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Known issues & problems for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2007 Hyundai Entourage.

Reported to NHTSA

Power sliding door fails to latch or opens while driving

STRUCTURE

40 NHTSA complaints · 2007-11 → 2021-03

“THE PASSENGER REAR (SLIDER) DOOR FAILS TO LATCH CLOSED, EITHER IN POWER-ASSIST OR NON-POWER-ASSIST MODE. AS A RESULT, THE DOOR MAY OPEN SPONTANEOUSLY WHILE PARKED OR WHILE DRIVING”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11161399
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THE LEFT REAR SLIDING DOOR OPENED WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER PREVIOUSLY WHERE THEY REPLACED THE MECHANISM AND THE FAILURE RECURRED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10401115
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH PROPERLY AND WOULD SLIDE OPEN WHENEVER SHE WAS MAKING A TURN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED HER THAT THEY WOULD NEED TO REPLACE THE LATCH”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10415031

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Brake light switch failure

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

23 NHTSA complaints · 2009-12 → 2023-04

“BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED DUE TO A FAULTY STOP SWITCH. SEEMS SIMILAR TO ISSUE FOUND/COVERED BY CAMPAIGN 110. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10515306
“VEHICLE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FAILED. ESC LIGHT REMAINS ON. BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON. HYUNDAI REFUSE TO FIX FREE OF CHARGE, EVEN THOUGH PART OF RECALL#09V122000. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10493409
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE LIGHTS STOPPED ILLUMINATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH HAD TO BE REPLACED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10515646

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Hood unlatches and strikes windshield while driving

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

14 NHTSA complaints · 2008-01 → 2020-07

“AS I RAMPED ON TO A BUSY INTERSTATE, THE FRONT HOOD LATCH GAVE WAY. THE HOOD FLIPPED UP SMASHING MY WINDSHIELD AND BLOCKING ALL FRONT VISION. I WAS ABLE TO GET OVER TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT GETTING HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. I WAS GOING ABOUT 60 MPH WHEN THE HOOD LATCH GAVE WAY”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10927097
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATED AT 35 MPH, THE HOOD INDEPENDENTLY UNLATCHED WHICH RESULTED IN THE HOOD HITTING THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10937529
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE HOOD FLEW UP AND SLAMMED AND SHATTERED THE WINDSHIELD WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S OFFICE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11093674

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Front lower control arm fracture

SUSPENSION

19 NHTSA complaints · 2010-10 → 2022-11

“VEHICLE WAS MOVING AT 50 MPH ON A COUNTY ROAD. FAILURE OF DRIVERS SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM. LOSS OF CONTROL OF STEERING AND DAMAGE TO TIRE AND WHEEL WELL”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11408543
“MY WIFE WAS DRIVING WITH CHILDREN IN THE CAR AND RIGHT HAND SIDE SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM SNAPPED IN HALF. CAR WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN HOME BUT WHEEL WAS PUSHED UP AGAINST THE WHEEL WELL”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11271777
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM FRACTURED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V556000 (SUSPENSION) FIVE YEARS AGO”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11181180

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Airbag warning light illumination

AIR BAGS

8 NHTSA complaints · 2011-01 → 2019-09

“AIR BAG LIGHT HAS COME ON 4 TIMES. 1ST TIME REPAIR WAS COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. 2ND TIME PAID OVER $300 TO REPAIR. 3RD TIME WAS ABLE TO FIX ISSUE BY REMOVING ITEMS FROM UNDER SEATS. 4TH TIME LIGHT REMAINS ON CURRENTLY”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11006671
“FOR SEVERAL MONTHS NOW THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO DISPLAY THE "AIRBAG" LIGHT ON WITHOUT GOING OFF. I HAVE BEEN TO NUMEROUS MECHANICS WHO HAVE ALL TOLD THE SAME THING THAT THE VEHICLE HAS A MANUFACTURER MALFUNCTION IN THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEM”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10778300
“AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS, NO RECALL AND GOSH WANTS US TO PAY FOR DIAGNOSE AND THEN ESTIMATE FOR REPAIR. ($175.00 PLUS $ FOR REPAIR)”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11254829

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Sudden engine stall or shutdown while driving

ENGINE

7 NHTSA complaints · 2007-10 → 2019-06

“I WAS DRIVING ON THE CLEAR VIEW EXPRESSWAY IN NY WHEN THE CAR ENGINE SHUT OFF NO WARRING AT ALL JUST DIED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11219700
“VAN'S ELECTRICAL SUDDENLY CUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC LOSING POWER - THANKFULLY A PARKING LOT ENTRANCE WAS NEARBY AND WAS ABLE TO BARELY STEER IT INTO THE PARKING LOT. I HAD MY CHILDREN WITH ME”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10937751
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD TO WAIT A COUPLE MINUTES BEFORE THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10428993

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 20, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 20, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

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Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter

Every 3,750 mi

Severe service: every 3,750 miles. Normal service: 7,500 miles. Theta II 2.0L/2.4L (Sonata, Santa Fe, Tucson 2011-2019): never extend — oil consumption issues are documented in Hyundai TSBs.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 7,500 mi

Rotate tires every 7,500 miles. AWD Tucson and Santa Fe owners benefit from rotation at 5,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 7,500 mi

Inspect brake pads, rotors, calipers, and parking brake every 7,500 miles. Elantra and Sonata front pads typically last 40,000-50,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Brake Fluid

Every 30,000 mi

Replace DOT 3 brake fluid every 30,000 miles or 24 months. Required to maintain ABS and ESC pump life.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Engine Air Filter

Every 30,000 mi

Replace engine air filter every 30,000 miles. Severe service or dusty conditions: 15,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Every 30,000 mi

Severe service: every 30,000 miles. Normal: 60,000 miles. Use Hyundai SP-IV or SPH-IV — substitutes can cause harsh shifting and torque converter damage.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Spark Plugs

Every 105,000 mi

Iridium spark plugs are rated 105,000 miles on Theta II, Lambda II, and Smartstream engines. 1.6T (Veloster N, Kona N): 60,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Long-Life Coolant

Every 30,000 mi

Hyundai Long-Life Coolant (pink): first change at 60,000 miles, then every 30,000. Do not substitute green or orange coolant — it damages the cylinder head gasket on GDI engines.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 15,000 mi

Replace cabin air filter every 15,000 miles. Located behind the glove box on most Hyundai models.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Drive Belt Inspection

Every 60,000 mi

Inspect serpentine belt and tensioner every 60,000 miles. Replace at 90,000 miles on most models.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$195–$235

Shop

~$135–$165

DIY

~$20–$50

DIY-friendly if you can reach the tensioner. Inspect for cracks rather than swap on a strict mileage interval.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

24 crashes 1990–2024

How the 24 occupant deaths break down

11

driver deaths

13

passenger deaths

24

occupant deaths

Crash years covered: 1990–2024 This model year first appears in 2008 crashes. Older models have had more years on the road to appear in these crashes, so a higher count here does not by itself mean a vehicle is less safe.

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

FARS 2024 data is an annual report file. NHTSA revises these records when the final file is published, so this count can change.

Why we show driver deaths too

Every vehicle has exactly one driver seat, so driver deaths line up fairly when you compare one model to another. Occupant deaths include passengers, so a three row SUV can show a higher number than a two seat car simply because it carries more people.

Both figures are plain counts, not rates. A rate would need to know how many of each vehicle are on the road, and that registration data is not public, so we do not publish rates or scores of any kind.

IIHS publishes driver death rates using this same driver only idea, paired with a registered vehicle years denominator we do not have. Their rates and these counts answer different questions, so do not read either number here as a safety rating.

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

11

complaints mentioning a crash

2

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2007 Hyundai Entourage reflects Hyundai's published service intervals and the Service Reminder system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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