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A fractured control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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moderate 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900 · see suspension across all vehicles →
Of the 8 suspension complaints filed for the 2008 Hyundai Entourage, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 100,000-125,000 mi.
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.
No new NHTSA suspension complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 5 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
A fractured control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering suspension 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 requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗HYUNDAI: PROCEDURE INFORMATION FOR PREVENTATIVE MEASURE FOR REAR CROSSMEMBER AND REAR LOWER ARMS IN APPLYING CAVITY WAX AND UNDERCOATING. MODEL 2006-2008 ENTOURAGE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Hyundai entourage. The contact stated that whenever they would maneuver the vehicle while parking, there was a squealing sound coming from the wheels. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic to replace the tires however, the certified mechanic stated that the lower control arms had rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The…
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. There was a recall in 2014 for corrosion but all they did was spray something on that was supposed to protetct it. It did not work. If I had…
2008 Hyundai entourage. Consumer is seeking reimbursement for vehicle repairs related to open safety recall. The consumer stated while driving the vehicle the steering failed pulling the vehicle into oncoming traffic. An auto mechanice advised that the front and lower control arm broke and was on recall. The consumer discovered the vehicle was not included in the recall, but believed it should…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 8 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $900 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Based on the 8 complaints filed, suspension issues most often appear around 113,011 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.
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension 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.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover suspension issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.