NHTSA recall 97V146001
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: The front brake line can contact the left-hand side of the engine oil pan causing the brake line to wear to the point of brake fluid loss during brake application.
Why it matters: Brake fluid loss can reduce braking effectiveness and increase stopping distances resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the clearance between the oil pan and the brake line. If the clearance is 6mm or less, dealers will install an additional brake line clip and if there was contact between the oil pan and brake line, the front brake line will be replaced.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1996 Chevrolet S10, 1997 Chevrolet S10, 1996 Gmc Sonoma, 1997 Gmc Sonoma.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 97V146001.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.