Recall 97V-217
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1992 Buick Roadmaster and 2 other models: Service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-217
- Reported
- November 24, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 56,701 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The antilock brake system (ABS) modulator can corrode and leak fluid from the front brake circuit.
The risk
Brake fluid leakage can reduce brake effectiveness and increase stopping distances.
The fix
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the ABS modulator.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification is expected to begin during january 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 buick at 1-[removed], oldsmobile at 1-[removed], or chevrolet at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Buick Roadmaster 1992
- Chevrolet Caprice 1992
- Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 1992