Recall 96V-069
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1996 Buick Regal and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-069
- Reported
- April 19, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 43,213 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The left front brake line can contact the transaxle mounting bracket or attachment bolt.
The risk
This condition can cause the brake line to wear through, resulting in loss of brake fluid and eventual loss of one-half of the vehicle's brake system, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicle for proper brake line clearance and reposition those brake lines found to have less than minimal clearance. Additionally, those brake lines found to have an indentation caused by the contact will be replaced and properly routed.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: brakes; hydraulic; lines.vehicle description: passenger vehicles. 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-[removed] or buick at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Buick Regal 1996
- Chevrolet Lumina 1996