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2008 Hyundai Entourage Recalls, Problems & Maintenance

The 2008 Hyundai Entourage has no open NHTSA recalls. Owners report 6 recurring issue clusters, led by “Power sliding door failure to latch or unexpected opening.” 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 2008 Hyundai Entourage.

Reported to NHTSA

Power sliding door failure to latch or unexpected opening

STRUCTURE

28 NHTSA complaints · 2009-02 → 2020-07

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT RELEASE OPEN AFTER REPEATED ATTEMPTS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10554435
“ON TWO OCCASIONS ON THURSDAY, MAY 1ST THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR POWER DOOR BECOME UNLOCKED AND SLID OPEN. WE HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE IN FOR SEVERAL RECALLS RELATED TO THIS POWER SLIDING DOOR. WE CONTINUE TO HAVE ISSUES WITH THE DOOR CLOSING AND LOCKING PROPERLY. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10586199
“THE AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR FOR THE VEHICLE HAVE HAD A NUMBER OF ISSUES IN THE PAST - EITHER RELATED TO NOT OPENING FULLY, NOT CLOSING FULLY OR AUTOMATICALLY CLOSING WHILE OPENING. THE LATTER CAUSES THE DOOR TO CLOSE ON A CHILD'S FINGERS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10289750

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Front lower control arm corrosion and fracture

SUSPENSION

10 NHTSA complaints · 2014-01 → 2023-07

“While I was driving the vehicle, the front lower left/driver's side control arm broke in half and caused me to lose control of the vehicle”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11531744
“BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND MY VAN STARTED MAKING A LOUD THUMPING NOISE. I WAS NOT ABLE TO GO FORWARD OR IN REVERSE. LOOKED UNDERNEATH AND FOUND THE DRIVER'S SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM CORRODED AND DISINTEGRATED, AND THE AXEL HAD COME OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11270025
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE AND THE STEERING ABILITY FAILED. THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT CONTROL ARM FRACTURED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11021063

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Hood latch failure causing hood to open while driving

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

3 NHTSA complaints · 2013-10 → 2026-03

“ENGINE HOOD RELEASED FROM CLOSED POSITION AND FLEW UP AT ABOUT 35-40MPH. LATCH AND SAFETY BOTH FAILED. NOTIFIED HYUNDAI USA ON OCT 26, 2013. RESULTED IN SIGNIFICANT HOOD DAMAGE BUT THANKFULLY, THE DRIVER MAINTAINED CONTROL AND NO INJURIES. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10549618
“I WAS DRIVING MY VAN AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH ON A HIGHWAY WHEN HOOD FLEW UP AND BROKE WINDSHIELD I HAVE READ THAT HYUNDAI AND KIA HAVE MULTIPLE RECALLS FOR HOOD SAFETY LATCHES NOT ENGAGING AND THINK THE ENTOURAGE SHOULD BEEN INCLUDED BEFORE THERE ARE ANY ADDITIONAL INCIDENTS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10914818
“The contact's cousin owns a 2008 Hyundai Entourage. The contact stated that while driving 60-65 MPH at nighttime under snowy and icy conditions, the hood flew open and struck and shattered the windshield”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11722453

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ABS module short circuit and engine compartment fire

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

6 NHTSA complaints · 2020-05 → 2023-01

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN HER DRIVEWAY, SHE WENT OUTSIDE AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE UNDER THE HOOD”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11330039
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE N/A. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V061000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PRIORITY HYUNDAI LOCATED AT 1499 S MILITARY HWY, CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, TO BE REPAIRED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11384384
“I had an appointment at the dealer for the recall only. Upon completion of scheduled appointment, I assumed the vehicle recall had been rectified. After my vehicle was at the dealership for several hours, the dealer did not complete the recall”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11501545

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Engine stall with ESC and check engine light illumination

ENGINE

5 NHTSA complaints · 2010-08 → 2014-08

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WHEN THE ESC AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THERE WAS ALSO A COMPLETE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10505572
“THE DEALER SAYS THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE GAS CAP IS NOT ON PROPERLY CLOSED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE ESC LIGHT COMES ON. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO LOSE POWER AND ALMOST STALL”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10622476
“WHILE DRIVING UP AN INCLINE THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A GRINDING NOISE. SHORTLY THEREAFTER THE CAR BEGAN SHAKING, WITH THE CHECK ENGINE AND ESC LIGHTS BOTH COMING ON, THEN A SUDDEN STOPPAGE OF ACCELERATION, AND THEN ENGINE SHUT DOWN WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STILL IN MOTION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10303865

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Cam phaser and timing chain replacement

ENGINE

2 NHTSA complaints · 2015-08 → 2016-03

“OUR VEHICLE HAS BEEN FOR REPAIRS TO COLUMBIA HYUNDAI IN MONTGOMERY, OHIO FOUR TIMES IN LESS THAN TWO YEARS. THE MAIN CULPRIT THAT HAS BEEN THE PRIMARY REASON FOR THESE SERVICE REPAIRS HAS BEEN THE CAM PHASERS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10850272
“MY WIFE AND I FIRST BROUGHT OUR VEHICLE TO COLUMBIA HYUNDAI/ACURA IN MONTGOMERY, OHIO FOR A SEVERE LOSS OF POWER WHILE SHE WAS DRIVING”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10750099

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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)

3 crashes 1990–2024

How the 3 occupant deaths break down

1

driver deaths

2

passenger deaths

3

occupant deaths

Crash years covered: 1990–2024 This model year first appears in 2014 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.

0

complaints mentioning a crash

4

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 2008 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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