NHTSA Recall 97V054000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V054000; Date: Apr. 8, 1997
A hole in the brake pipe can cause loss of front brake performance and increased stopping distances increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Chevrolet G Series; 1997 GMC G Series
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 8
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification will begin during April 1997. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 18, 1997
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