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Hyundai Entourage Best and Worst Years (2006–2008)

Hyundai Entourage data covers 2006-2008. The 2007 model year has the highest complaint index (100) with 213 complaints, 6 recalls, and 11 crashes, while 2006 shows the fewest reported problems.

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.

Model years
3
2006–2008
NHTSA complaints
286
Recall campaigns
6
Crashes reported
11
Fires reported
6
Top problem area
Structure & Body

Entourage Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100200620072008
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Hyundai Entourage problems and recalls by year

YearVerdictIndexComplaintsCrashesFiresRecallsTop issueMPGNCAP
2006No verdict01001Electrical System——
2007No verdict1002131126Structure & Body18—
2008No verdict5072044Structure & Body18—

Most common Hyundai Entourage problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group across all model years.

  1. Structure & Body108 (38%)
  2. Electrical System78 (27%)
  3. Suspension, Wheels & Tires61 (21%)
  4. Brakes49 (17%)
  5. Engine40 (14%)
  6. Other24 (8%)
  7. Airbags16 (6%)
  8. Steering15 (5%)
  9. Transmission & Powertrain7 (2%)
  10. Seat Belts6 (2%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

Frequently asked questions

Which Hyundai Entourage year has the most reported problems?
The 2007 Entourage has the highest complaint index at 100, with 213 complaints logged by NHTSA, including 11 crashes and 2 fires.
Is the 2008 Hyundai Entourage better than the 2007?
NHTSA data shows the 2008 model has a lower complaint index (50) and fewer complaints (72) than the 2007 model (index 100, 213 complaints), though it recorded more fires (4 vs 2).
What is the most common problem area for the Hyundai Entourage?
Across all model years, Structure & Body complaints lead with 108 complaints, or 38% of the total, followed by Electrical System issues at 27%.
Does the Hyundai Entourage have recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 total recall campaigns across the 2006-2008 Entourage, with the 2007 model year alone accounting for 6 recalls.
Which Hyundai Entourage year is safest to buy used?
The 2006 model year shows a complaint index of 0 with only 1 complaint on record, the lowest reported issue volume of the three model years.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.