Transport CanadaCritical
1998 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADATransport Canada Recall #1997217
The official notice
Defect
Certain vehicles may exhibit a fatigue fracture of the rear axle, right-hand brake pipe. Should the pipe crack a slow brake fluid leak would result causing a soft pedal and an eventual decrease in rear braking capability. Should the pipe break there would be a sudden drop in the brake pedal and a loss of rear brake performance.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
A brake pipe bracket will be installed on affected vehicles.
404 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 97068Updated June 10, 2026