Two problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Main brake line that feeds the rear brakes failed on my truck while I was at a gm dealer parking lot. The brake line rotted away. Had the brake line broke a few minutes earlier I could have been killed while getting off of the interstate and not being able to stop! when this brake line burst I lost all stopping ability.
The contact owns a 1997 Chevrolet 1500 pickup. The contact stated that the brake lines were rusted and resulting in the loss of the rear brakes. The contact became aware of the failure when he noticed an increase in stopping distance. The dealer was notified who repaired the brakes. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who provided a partial reimbursement for the cost of repairs. The failure and current mileage was 59,000. Updated 09/05/lj.