1997-1998 Chevrolet S10 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on June 16, 2000. It covers about 306 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 306
reported: Jun 16, 2000
owners notified: Jul 28, 2000
related complaints: 178

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong: Vehicle description: electric pickup trucks. A condition in which the fuel-fired heater fill pipe ground strap contacts the rear passenger side brake pipe.
Risk: This could wear off the corrosion protection on the brake pipe, leading to premature corrosion and eventual loss of brake pipe integrity. When brake pipe integrity is lost, brake fluid leakage can occur.
Remedy: Dealers will relocate the ground strap attachment, inspect the brake pipe for wear, and replace the brake pipe if necessary.

Recall number 00V159000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet S10 1997-1998 1997 1998

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 178 complaints about brakes problems.

1997 Chevrolet S10 1998 Chevrolet S10

Questions about recall 00V159000

Is there a recall on the 1997-1998 Chevrolet S10 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 00V159000, reported on June 16, 2000, covers about 306 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V159000?

Dealers will relocate the ground strap attachment, inspect the brake pipe for wear, and replace the brake pipe if necessary.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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