Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problems of the 2001 GMC Safari

Two problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 2001 GMC Safari. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

Failure Date: 01/10/2005

While applying the brake pedal to pull into the driveway, the pedal went to the floor. The consumer had to press the brake pedal several times to get the vehicle to stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The mechanic found that two brake lines leading to the right front caliper have rub through one another.

2 Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

Failure Date: 02/04/2003

Hydraulic brake system failure due to right-front brake line rubbed on the transmission cooler line until the brake line leaked fluid out. Brake pedal went to the floor and would not stop the vehicle. Vehicle is only 1 year old.




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