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1997-1998 Chevrolet Venture, Oldsmobile Silhouette and others recall: linkages

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on April 7, 1998. It covers about 55,154 vehicles.

vehicles affected
55,154
reported
Apr 7, 1998
owners notified
Apr 24, 1998
related complaints
108

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkages

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger mini vans equipped with traction control systems. The windshield wiper linkage arm can contact a brake line which is connected to the traction control system modulator valve. This contact can chafe the brake line resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Risk
Brake fluid leakage can cause reduced brake effectiveness and increased stopping distances.
Remedy
Dealers will install a brake line clip to ensure proper clearance. Also the brake lines will be inspected to any damage caused by this condition and will replace any damaged lines.

Recall number 98V072000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 108 complaints about visibility problems.

1997 Chevrolet Venture1998 Chevrolet Venture1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette1997 Pontiac Trans Sport1998 Pontiac Trans Sport

Questions about recall 98V072000

Is there a recall on the 1997-1998 Chevrolet Venture, Oldsmobile Silhouette and others linkages?

Yes. Recall 98V072000, reported on April 7, 1998, covers about 55,154 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V072000?

Dealers will install a brake line clip to ensure proper clearance. Also the brake lines will be inspected to any damage caused by this condition and will replace any damaged lines.

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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