2007 Hyundai Entourage: check engine light

Filed Sep 14, 2015 · 140,000 miles · CO

When I tried to pull out onto the highway, the accelerator wouldn't work. The van was coasting slowly, but the gas pedal had no effect, even pushed down to the floor. I was able to pull off to the side of the road, and the ESC off light, and the check engine light were both on. I turned the vehicle on and off, and it started working again. The check engine light is still on. This is a major safety issue. I was lucky that day, because there wasn't any traffic coming, but if I was on a busier highway, it could have caused a major accident.

Filed Jan 8, 2014 · Body, Electrical · HI

We purchased '07 hyundai entourage in 2009. We had several minor problems that year, which we overlooked as result of normal maintenance. However, we now think otherwise as the electrical system seems to be faulty! Issues: replaced battery three times within 1 year. Remote entry stopped working for sliding doors, they lock/unlock but do not open/close. Sliding door on driver's side doesn't work via switch inside the door or ceiling console. At times our doors slide open while driving! From beginning, a large quantity of watery like substance leaking from engine area. Mechanic tightened a gasket during an oil change which temporarily lightened the problem...but it continues to this day. Every mechanic has mentioned this leak but cannot determine origin. Engine light came on 2 years ago, we were told to replace electronic throttle control ($1500!). However, light turns off for extended periods of time (loose wire? Poor battery? Faulty computer?), so we're hesitant to order that part...feel like the computer is faulty. Couple of week's ago the air bag light came on and will not turn off, even though we have not been in a collision. Driver's turn signal burns out within three weeks of replacement, it's been this way since day one. A few days ago the driver's side door wasn't responding to the keyless remote...it remained locked even as all other doors unlocked...curious to see if this becomes a recurring problem. Additionally, the latch on the driver's side sliding door broke off several months ago, followed by the passenger sliding door latch one month ago, with regular use. Not happy with this vehicle! We got a lemon, we believe the electrical system/computer is faulty, and we feel it should be the manufacturer's responsibility to repair...this is the first step that we're taking towards a complaint. Any feedback/assistance welcomed.

Filed Jun 8, 2012 · Brakes, Electrical · 98,000 miles · OH

I have called hyundai and asked about recalls, they say there are none. But my brake lights continue to stay on and my cel is on and it shows a bad computer. I feel the computer should be replaced by dealer not at my expense.

Filed Nov 6, 2011 · Driver assistance, Engine · 72,000 miles · MA

We were recently driving on the high way, when the ESC off and check engine light came on. My engine was still on, but I lost acceleration and had to pull over and restart the van. I had to do this three times before the ESC off light turned off and I regained the ability to accelerate. For the last two weeks every morning I will start the van and the same problem happens, I have to leave the van on for a few minutes and then turn it off and on again multiple times before the ESC off lights turns off and I regain acceleration. This is dangerous since we're now afraid to drive on the high way and lose power.

Filed Oct 6, 2011 · Acceleration · 80,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 hyundai entourage. The contact was driving 40 MPH when the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had to wait a couple minutes before the vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that the accelerator position sensor and the throttle assembly needed to be replaced. There were no recalls for the failure. The manufacturer was notified who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Oct 3, 2011 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 54,000 miles · TX

My wife and I recently took a 5,000 mile road trip. The first 4,000 miles we had no problems. However, when we were about 900 miles from home, we started having problems. We got ready to leave the hotel one morning and the ESC "off" light was on as well as the check engine light. You could floor the gas pedal, but only got 1,000 RPM's. The engine would run, but it had no power. I turned it off to go check it out, and when I came back the ESC light was gone, but the check engine light remained on the rest of the way home. The first day this happened, we got to 250 before it went into coast. After that, we could only drive about 70+ miles before it would start coasting again and we would have to find a place to pull off the road, turn the engine off and then restart it. It would run another 70+ miles and would do it all over again. The tms light would come on intermittently as well. At one point, I called our local dealer and he stated that it would be ok to drive it home in this condition. The main problem was in big cities (finding a place to pull over with the traffic) also, there was a lot of road construction with one lane traffic and nowhere to pull off. You can imagine the stress we were under. The reason for this letter, is mainly to make you aware of the problem. Needless to say, it could have been tragic. But, we were definitely lucky and were always able to pull over out of traffic going 75 MPH. Updated 10/20/11

Filed May 16, 2011 · Electrical · 76,800 miles · SC

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 hyundai entourage. The contact stated the driver informed him that the ESC and check engine lights were illuminating on the instrument panel. The contact also stated the brake lights would not illuminate when the brakes were engaged. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer notified the contact the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 06v356000 (electrical system:wiring). The contact also stated the vehicle was experiencing a recurring sliding door failure where the door would open after being closed. In order to keep the door closed the contact would had to manually close it. The failure and current mileages were 76,800.

Filed May 16, 2011 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 76,800 miles · SC

Electrical problems,with my 2007 hyundai entourage, day one the battery had to be replaced,then at 39,000 plus miles, the power door on the left side quit working,it was bad about re-opening after being shut. Then when it was returned another problem was created ,the first time my wife locked the doors the door lock notification horn was very faint.they reordered a new horn ,no change. The ex-service manager said that's the way it should sound. My wife and I and children,family members all said it sounded strange. We didn't make a big deal out of a horn sound.then the battery again went bad, had to be replaced. At 76,000 plus miles both power doors quit working, I asked for a quote,and to keep all replaced parts. The quote was given,the parts weren't given to me. I was told they were to be sent back as a warrenty. Two power door motors and a module,all went bad at one time. When these doors quit working,no child can open them from the inside. Three -four days later after this repair a light comes on saying ESC off and engine light comes on. I researched recalls on google and it said there was a recall on the adjustable brake petal and switch. The dealership and hyundai of USA both deny that it was a recall. I am afraid this van is dangerous at this time.

Filed May 23, 2007 · 1,785 miles · NC

I would not recommend the 2007 hyundai entourage to anyone!! We purchased our new entourage in july 2006, my first problems started occuring in august 2006 and have yet to cease! I have been in a loaner car more than I have been able to drive my car since we purchased it. I do not feel safe driving long distances in my entourage anymore, not knowing what is going to happen next. Some of the problems I have had : lumbar support "blew out", door lock acuator went out, timing belt had to be replaced, button on upper console annoying rattle, ABS light comes on, air bag light comes on, TPMS problems, back of drivers seat falling off, check engine light has came on repeatedly and have almost been stranded twice (luckily I didn't have my three year old in the car at the time), was caused by different things each time. Dropped vehicle off this morning, since getting my car back the last time, which they had for over two weeks and I was able to drive for one day before problem occured again, my car has been vibrating a lot when slowing down or stopping at traffic lights, etc. (anytime I have to use the brake) I have to hold on tight to the steering wheel because the vibration is so bad. Took to dealership today and drove with manager, saying that the problem is my rotors. When I asked what caused the rotors to do that, I was told that driving through a puddle of water or having to brake suddenly would do it and that was with all cars not just my entourage. Well, this isn't the 1st car that I have owned over the years and I have never had this probelm. Too many problems for a brand new vehicle to be having. I am very disappointed. Everyone states that hyundai has the "best warranty" - I didn't know that meant I was going to have to have something fixed every month. If I didn't have the warranty, then I guess my entourage would be sitting on the side of the road somewhere. Having to deal with bbb auto line. Not worth the hassle.