Two problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Venture. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Sudden and complete brake failure. It was discovered that the rear brake lines had rusted to the point of failure. No warning. . . Just complete failure.
1998 chevy Venture. Rear brake line failure. Brake line was rusted through-midway from front to back on both rear brake line's. These lines are made of metal and have several 90 degree bends along the frame of the vehicle. There were no events leading up to equipment failure. I was backing the vehicle out of the driveway when the brake pedal went to the floor and lost all resistance. Should this have occurred while traveling at legal speed limit and proper following distance the results could be catastrophic for the vehicle occupants and other motorist involved. Stainless steel materiel should be used for equipment as important as this.