1997 Chevrolet G Series and GMC G Series recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on April 8, 1997. It covers about 8 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 8
- reported
- Apr 8, 1997
- owners notified
- Apr 18, 1997
- related complaints
- 2
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: g vans equipped with 6.5l turbo-charged diesel engines. The front left-hand brake pipe can be contacted by the lower engine oil cooler hose causing a hole to be worn in the brake pipe.
- Risk
- A hole in the brake pipe can cause loss of front brake performance and increased stopping distances increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an engine oil cooler hose bracket to prevent the lower engine oil cooler hose from contacting the brake pipe, and also inspecting the brake pipe for wear. If necessary, the brake pipe will be replaced.
Recall number 97V054000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet G Series 1997 1997
- GMC G Series 1997 1997
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 97V054000
Is there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet G Series and GMC G Series hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 97V054000, reported on April 8, 1997, covers about 8 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V054000?
Dealers will install an engine oil cooler hose bracket to prevent the lower engine oil cooler hose from contacting the brake pipe, and also inspecting the brake pipe for wear. If necessary, the brake pipe will be replaced.
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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