The problem
Rear brake hoses may have been manufactured incorrectly when the metal end fittings were installed. Some rear brake hoses may separate from the metal end fittings when subjected to the pulling force specified by federal motor vehicle safety standard 106, "brake hoses".
The fix
The dealer will inspect and replace, if necessary, the rear brake hoses at no charge to owners.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: service brakes; rear brake hoses.Consequences of defect: a separation may result in a loss of brake fluid and apartial loss of braking action. A partial loss of braking action could resultin a vehicle crash in situations in which a minimum stopping distance isrequired.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 83V007000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.