1997 GMC Sonoma Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1997 GMC Sonoma. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 97V146001Sep 11, 1997146,167 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: GMC Sonoma 1996–1997, Chevrolet S10 1996–1997

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: light duty passenger pickup trucks equipped with 4.3l engines. 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.

  Possible consequence: Brake fluid loss can reduce braking effectiveness and increase stopping distances resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 97V096001Jun 12, 1997586,058 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts
  Covers: GMC Sonoma 1994–1997, Chevrolet S10 1994–1997, Blazer 1996–1997 +1 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks equipped with 60/40 front bench seats and extended cab pickup trucks and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with manual locking recliner bucket seats. The outboard safety belt webbing on the driver's and/or passenger's seat can separate during a frontal impact.

  Possible consequence: If a separation occurred and there were secondary crash events or vehicle rollover, there would be no belt restraint of the occupant and increased injuries could occur.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover over the recliner mechanism.

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