Safety Recall NHTSA · 89V026000 Reported February 27, 1989

Brakes:hydraulic:other

General Motors, Llc · N/A · 787 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89V026000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
787
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 27, 1989

Defect Summary

Rear axle brake tubes (either side) can fatigue causing a loss of fluid in the rear brake system.

Safety Consequence

This could result in reduced braking capability withpotential for an accident.

Corrective Action

Install new brake pipe assemblies with redesigned mounting brackets.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 89V026000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 89V026000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 89V026000?

NHTSA recall 89V026000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on February 27, 1989. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:other. The recall affects approximately 787 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89V026000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.