2007 Hyundai Entourage: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2007 Hyundai Entourage: 6 recalls, 214 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #06V356000 · 2006 · 790 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain minivans equipped with adjustable brake pedals, the stop lamp switch wiring harness May be out of position. An improperly positioned stop lamp switch wiring harness could make contact with the u-joint assembly of the steering column. Repeated contact May eventually cause the wiring harness insulation to chafe.
Why it matters: Chafed insulation could cause a short of the wiring harness resulting in the loss of brake lights, engine stalling, or an inability to start the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the wiring harness for chafing and repair it if necessary. Also, the dealer will secure the wiring harness to prevent future contact with the u-joint assembly.the recall began on October 9, 2006.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #09V122000 · 2009 · 532,633 vehicles
What's wrong: The stop lamp switch in the affected vehicles May malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch May cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or May cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A stop lamp switch malfunction May also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission shifter would not be able…
Why it matters: Any of these malfunctions, alone or in combination, May lead to a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2009.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #13V113000 · 2013 · 1,712,336 vehicles
What's wrong: Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 accent and tucson, model year 2007-2010 elantra, model year 2007-2011 santa fe, model year 2008-2009 veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis coupe, and model year 2011 sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of…
Why it matters: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter May be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. This May lead…
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013.
Suspension Vehicle recall #13V556000 · 2013 · 21,207 vehicles
What's wrong: Hyundai america technical center, Inc. (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Hyundai entourage vehicles manufactured from February 16, 2006, through June 30, 2008 and sold in, or currently registered in, massachusetts, maryland, michigan, new hampshire, new york, pennsylvania, vermont, wisconsin, connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, maine, minnesota, missouri, new jersey, ohio, rhode island,…
Why it matters: A fractured control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the degree of corrosion of the front lower control arms, and will either rustproof or replace them, free of charge. The recall began on January 3, 2014.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #16V843000 · 2016 · 41,264 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch May corrode and bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Why it matters: If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Hyundai will notify all of the owners. For vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio,…
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #20V061000 · 2020 · 476,111 vehicles
What's wrong: On February 21, 2020 Hyundai expanded the recall to include 46,425 model year 2007-2008 entourage and 2007 santa fe vehicles. Moisture May enter the anti-lock brake (ABS) module and result in an electrical short.
Why it matters: An electrical short within the ABS module May cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 10 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (53): the most common themes are door / lock issues (24), electrical failure (23), warning light on (11).
- Body & structure (41): the most common themes are door / lock issues (35), leaks (3).
- Suspension (37): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (13), noise or vibration (11).
- Latches & locks (31): the most common themes are door / lock issues (29).
The 2007 Hyundai Entourage has 214 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 3 Entourage model years for complaints (2.2× the average Entourage year). Complaints peaked in 2014 (24 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 71,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2006 (1 complaints, 1 recalls), 2008 (73 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2007 Hyundai Entourage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2007 Hyundai Entourage. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2007 Hyundai Entourage problems?
Owners have filed 214 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (53), body & structure (41), suspension (37).
What gas mileage does the 2007 Hyundai Entourage get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.8 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2007 Hyundai Entourage repair manual?
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