This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2008 Hyundai Entourage brakes problems
severe 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
3fires
When does it fail?
Of the 8 brakes complaints filed for the 2008 Hyundai Entourage, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 150,000+ mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA brakes complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 5 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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. The dealer was unable to provide the recall repair due to the parts being the incorrect parts. The contact stated that a VIN search…
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2008 Hyundai Entourage?
It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Based on the 8 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 97,677 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2008/Hyundai/Entourage.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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