The Entegra Ethos spans 2010–2026 with 20 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 3.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2024, 2023, 2022 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 1995, 1996, 1997. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Entegra Ethos is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2010 to 2026 across multiple generations.
Decode or check a Entegra Ethos by VIN
Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Entegra Ethos — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.
How to read a Entegra Ethos VIN — every digit explained
Every Entegra Ethos carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. 4T1 = Toyota, built in the USA.
- VDS (4–8) — model line, body style, engine & restraint system.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built. H = 2017.
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Ethos.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Model-year code (10th digit)
The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:
Where to find your Ethos VIN
- Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
- Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
- Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
- Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.
How many recalls does the Entegra Ethos have?
The Entegra Ethos has 20 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2010–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2026 Entegra Ethos recalls 1
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Entegra Ethos recreational vehicles. The Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity (OCCC) and Tire Loading Information labels state an incorrect number of seat belt equipped seating positions, which can result in unbelted passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.”
Risk. Unbelted passengers may not be properly restrained in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix. Jayco will mail corrected labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2026. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903653.
2025 Entegra Ethos recalls 3
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Entegra Ethos recreational vehicles. The Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity (OCCC) and Tire Loading Information labels state an incorrect number of seat belt equipped seating positions, which can result in unbelted passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.”
Risk. Unbelted passengers may not be properly restrained in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix. Jayco will mail corrected labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2026. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903653.
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Entegra Ethos, Ethos LI, Jayco Swift and Swift LI vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information Label incorrectly lists the tire load range. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. Incorrect tire and load range information could cause owners to select underrated replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco Customer Service at 800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903614.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. Jayco Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Entegra Ethos, Ethos LI, Arc, Jayco Swift, Swift LI, and Comet motorhomes. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. The radio software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267 or FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Jayco's number for this recall is FCA 24V-436.
2024 Entegra Ethos recalls 4
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Entegra Ethos, Ethos LI, Jayco Swift and Swift LI vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information Label incorrectly lists the tire load range. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. Incorrect tire and load range information could cause owners to select underrated replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco Customer Service at 800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903614.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. Jayco Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Entegra Ethos, Ethos LI, Arc, Jayco Swift, Swift LI, and Comet motorhomes. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. The radio software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267 or FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Jayco's number for this recall is FCA 24V-436.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems:tank Valve/gauge
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Entegra Ethos, Expanse, Jayco Solstice, and Swift vehicle. The liquid level remote fill gauge on the propane tank may leak when in the "Open" position.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the bleed valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903604.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Ethos, Expanse, Solstice, and Swift Class B recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i, and Onan QG 2800i EVAP generator sets. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module (IPM) may have inadequate clamp force, possibly resulting in a gasoline leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect, and replace the fuel hose and clamp, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2023. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
2023 Entegra Ethos recalls 6
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Entegra Ethos, Ethos LI, Jayco Swift and Swift LI vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information Label incorrectly lists the tire load range. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. Incorrect tire and load range information could cause owners to select underrated replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco Customer Service at 800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903614.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. Jayco Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Entegra Ethos, Ethos LI, Arc, Jayco Swift, Swift LI, and Comet motorhomes. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. The radio software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267 or FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Jayco's number for this recall is FCA 24V-436.
Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain Jayco Swift, Swift LI, Entegra Coach Ethos, and Ethos LI motorhomes. The driver seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk. A malfunctioning seat belt warning system can result in improper seat belt use, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix. FCA dealers will inspect and replace the driver seat belt buckle as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems:tank Valve/gauge
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Entegra Ethos, Expanse, Jayco Solstice, and Swift vehicle. The liquid level remote fill gauge on the propane tank may leak when in the "Open" position.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the bleed valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903604.
Equipment:electrical:accessory Generator:solar Panel
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2023 Jayco Swift, Swift LI, Entegra Ethos, and Ethos LI recreational vehicles. The solar panel may detach from the Pop-Up roof and become a road hazard.
Risk. A detached solar panel increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will install new brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2023. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903586.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Ethos, Expanse, Solstice, and Swift Class B recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i, and Onan QG 2800i EVAP generator sets. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module (IPM) may have inadequate clamp force, possibly resulting in a gasoline leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect, and replace the fuel hose and clamp, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2023. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
2022 Entegra Ethos recalls 3
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Entegra Ethos, Ethos LI, Jayco Swift and Swift LI vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information Label incorrectly lists the tire load range. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. Incorrect tire and load range information could cause owners to select underrated replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco Customer Service at 800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903614.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Ethos, Expanse, Solstice, and Swift Class B recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i, and Onan QG 2800i EVAP generator sets. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module (IPM) may have inadequate clamp force, possibly resulting in a gasoline leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect, and replace the fuel hose and clamp, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2023. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jayco Swift and Entegra Ethos motorhomes. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
2021 Entegra Ethos recalls 3
Equipment:other:labels
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Entegra Ethos, Ethos LI, Jayco Swift and Swift LI vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information Label incorrectly lists the tire load range. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. Incorrect tire and load range information could cause owners to select underrated replacement tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco Customer Service at 800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903614.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Ethos, Expanse, Solstice, and Swift Class B recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Cummins Onan QG 2800i, and Onan QG 2800i EVAP generator sets. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module (IPM) may have inadequate clamp force, possibly resulting in a gasoline leak.
Risk. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect, and replace the fuel hose and clamp, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2023. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor
What's wrong. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jayco Swift and Entegra Ethos motorhomes. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Best and worst years for the Entegra Ethos
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 32 tracked years, the worst years are 2024, 2023, 2022 and the best (fewest complaints) are 1995, 1996, 1997.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 Ethos | 0 | — | Best |
| 1996 Ethos | 0 | — | Best |
| 1997 Ethos | 0 | — | Best |
| 1998 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 1999 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2000 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2001 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2002 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2003 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2004 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2005 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2006 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2007 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2008 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2009 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2010 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2011 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2012 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2013 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2014 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2015 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2016 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2017 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2018 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2019 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2020 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2021 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2022 Ethos | 1 | Electrical System | Avoid |
| 2023 Ethos | 1 | Wheels | Avoid |
| 2024 Ethos | 1 | Equipment | Avoid |
| 2025 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
| 2026 Ethos | 0 | — | Average |
What are the most common Entegra Ethos problems?
The most-reported Entegra Ethos problems are Wheels (1 reports), Equipment (1 reports) and Lane Departure (1 reports) — out of 3 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Equipment 1 Read
The contact owns a 2024 Entegra Ethos built on a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500 Chassis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V218000 (Equipment); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was invalid; however, the chassis information was able to be decoded.
Wheels 1 Read
I have a major issue with my 2023 Entegra Ethos Class B RV that I purchased new in June 2023 from La Mesa RV in Arizona. The vehicle currently has 14,083 miles. On a trip last week we began experiencing a severe vibration in the right rear of the van when driving highway speeds of 65 - 70 mph. I went to a tire store and was told that the tires are incorrect for the weight of this vehicle. Discount Tire has a policy that does not allow them to mount tires that do not meet the vehicle's specification. The left rear tire is bulging down the center to the point where it barely fits in the wheel well. The tire store manager said that it would explode in the near future if it continued to be used. The “Tire and Loading Information” sticker that Entegra applied over the original RAM manufacturer sticker calls for LT 225/75R 16C tires. The tires that came with the vehicle are LT 225/75R 16E which have a Load Rating of E and a Load index of 112. The C tires that this vehicle requires have a Load Rating of C and a Load Index of 121. We were forced to purchase 5 new tires with a C Load Rating so that we can continue to use the vehicle. We had a lengthy correspondence with Entegra to get reimbursed for this expense and their conclusion is that " those are not the rims from manufacturing". These rims came with the vehicle that we purchased new from La Mesa RV. After 7 calls to La Mesa we were unable to get connected to anyone. Messages were left with no response. We believe that this is a serious safety issue. I think that there are hundreds of Entegra Ethos RVs on the road with underrated tires that do no meet their own Tire and Loading Information sticker that they placed over the original sticker. Entegra added so much weight to this vehicle that they had to add a Hellwig suspension, yet they kept the original manufacturer tires that cannot support the added weight. My wife and I are grateful that this tire didn't explode while driving on [XXX] last week. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Electrical System 1 Read
This Dodge Pro Master Van is the housing for my Entegra Ethos Li 20T RV camper van, Unit Serial No: [XXX]. It was manufactured by Jayco in their Entegra facility. I purchased this RV in Tampa, FL at the LazyDays Dealership. I was on my first long road trip with my vehicle and staying at the Elkhart Campground in Elkhart, IN. On August 12, 2022 I was driving my vehicle when the smoke alarm went off. I pulled off the road and got out quickly. Not seeing smoke, I entered the vehicle via the passenger side sliding door. Right away there was a strong metallic smell in the air. I turned off the coach air conditioning unit and all other items. I opened all the windows and drove to the LazyDays dealership in Elkhart. I told them what had happened and asked the service department to look at the coach. On August 13th they were able to give me their diagnosis results. I had a thermal event. The computer board inside the a/c unit was melted. The wrong size wire connectors were used for the 8 gauge wires. The wrong connector had let the wires slip out causing them to touch and result in the thermal event. The technician also checked the wiring connections in the rest of the coach and found two nuts used to hold down wires and fuses near my batteries were loose allowing for possible arcing in this location also. On September 30, 2022 I received TSB#:22-075 from Jayco Motorized Division. I already have an appointment with LazyDays in Tampa. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Lane Departure 1 Read
This Dodge Pro Master Van is the housing for my Entegra Ethos Li 20T RV camper van, Unit Serial No: [XXX]. It was manufactured by Jayco in their Entegra facility. I purchased this RV in Tampa, FL at the LazyDays Dealership. I was on my first long road trip with my vehicle and staying at the Elkhart Campground in Elkhart, IN. On August 12, 2022 I was driving my vehicle when the smoke alarm went off. I pulled off the road and got out quickly. Not seeing smoke, I entered the vehicle via the passenger side sliding door. Right away there was a strong metallic smell in the air. I turned off the coach air conditioning unit and all other items. I opened all the windows and drove to the LazyDays dealership in Elkhart. I told them what had happened and asked the service department to look at the coach. On August 13th they were able to give me their diagnosis results. I had a thermal event. The computer board inside the a/c unit was melted. The wrong size wire connectors were used for the 8 gauge wires. The wrong connector had let the wires slip out causing them to touch and result in the thermal event. The technician also checked the wiring connections in the rest of the coach and found two nuts used to hold down wires and fuses near my batteries were loose allowing for possible arcing in this location also. On September 30, 2022 I received TSB#:22-075 from Jayco Motorized Division. I already have an appointment with LazyDays in Tampa. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Entegra Ethos specifications & dimensions
The 2026 Entegra Ethos. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Entegra Ethos cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Ethos holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Entegra Ethos tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Entegra Ethos get?
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What engines does the Entegra Ethos have? Power & range
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How much does a Entegra Ethos cost to own?
A Entegra Ethos depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | — | — |
| Year 2 | 70% | — | — |
| Year 3 | 61% | — | — |
| Year 4 | 53% | — | — |
| Year 5 | 46% | — | — |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Ethos loses about 54% of its value over five years.
- Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Ethos ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Entegra Ethos safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Ethos yet.
How many miles does a Entegra Ethos last?
A well-maintained Entegra Ethos typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 3.5/5.
Decode your Entegra Ethos’s window sticker & build
Original options, specs, recalls and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Decode VIN →All Entegra Ethos model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Entegra Ethos — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ethos | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2025 Ethos | 3 recalls | — | — |
| 2024 Ethos | 4 recalls | — | — |
| 2023 Ethos | 6 recalls | — | — |
| 2022 Ethos | 3 recalls | — | — |
| 2021 Ethos | 3 recalls | — | — |
| 2020 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2019 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2018 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2017 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2016 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2015 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2014 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2013 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2012 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2011 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
| 2010 Ethos | 0 | — | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Ethos?
By owner-complaint volume, 2024, 2023, 2022 drew the most reports. 1995, 1996, 1997 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Ethos have?
20 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2010–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
How many miles does a Ethos last?
A well-maintained Ethos typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Ethos reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Ethos is 3.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Entegra Ethos warranty?
New Entegra models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Entegra dealer.
Where is the Entegra Ethos made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Ethos's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Entegra may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Ethos have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.