Gm/brake hose fracture
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. a fatigue fracture of the rear axle right-hand brake pipe can occur causing a slow brake fluid leak resulting in a soft brake pedal. if the brake pipe breaks, the driver would experience a sudden drop in the brake pedal, the instrument panel brake light would illuminate, and there would be a loss of rear brake performance.
Safety Consequence
Partial loss of braking at a time when minimum stopping distance was required could result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pipe.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 97V218000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 97V218000?
NHTSA recall 97V218000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on November 24, 1997. It addresses: Gm/brake hose fracture. The recall affects approximately 19,716 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V218000 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.