Recall 99V-057
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1997 Chevrolet B7 and 1 other model: Steering (hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-057
- Reported
- March 23, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 75 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with 6.0l gasoline engine, 10,000 lb. Front axle, and power steering. The power steering fluid can leak as a result of a power steering fluid supply hose interference condition.
The risk
Eventually, all power steering assist would cease, resulting in a loss of steering control.
The fix
Dealers will install a new power steering hose and adapter.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began may 4, 1999.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 GMC at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet B7 1997
- GMC B7 1997