Recall 97V-223
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1997 Buick Regal: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-223
- Reported
- November 14, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 4,387 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The right front brake pipe can contact the piower steering assembly causing the brake line to wear through.
The risk
This condition can result in the loss of brake fluid and eventual loss of half of the vehicle brake system.
The fix
Dealers will inspect for proper clearance between the brake line and power steering assembly. Assemblies found to be out of position will be repositioned and all assemblies secured to maintain proper clearances. Additionally, those brake lines found to have been damaged will be replaced and properly routed.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began during november 1997. 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].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Buick Regal 1997