NHTSA Recall 98V226000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V226000; Date: Sep. 21, 1998
Rear brake effectiveness could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Chevrolet C10706; 1998 Chevrolet C10753; 1998 GMC C10706; 1998 GMC C10753
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 13,684
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks and 4-door utility vehicles. The rear brake line can contact the left front fender wheel house inner panel just above the chassis frame. A hole could be worn in the brake line allowing a loss of brake fluid.
How to Fix:
Dealers will relocate the brake line positioning clip, inspect the brake line for wear, and if necessary, replace the brake line.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin during October 1998. 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/Geo at 1-800-222-1020. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 9, 1998
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