Chevrolet Recall 98V-072: Visibility – linkages

Affected: 1997–1998 Chevrolet Venture, 1997–1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 1997–1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. Filed with NHTSA on April 7, 1998, covering about 55,154 vehicles.

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger Mini vans equipped with traction control systems. The windshield wiper linkage arm can contact a brake line which is connected to the traction control system modulator valve. This contact can chafe the brake line resulting in a brake fluid leak.

The risk

Brake fluid leakage can cause reduced brake effectiveness and increased stopping distances.

The fix

Dealers will install a brake line clip to ensure proper clearance. Also the brake lines will be inspected to any damage caused by this condition and will replace any damaged lines.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign98V-072 (98V072000)
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentVisibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Linkages
Report dateApril 7, 1998
Owners notifiedApril 24, 1998
Vehicles affected55,154
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 98V-072 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a brake line clip to ensure proper clearance. Also the brake lines will be inspected to any damage caused by this condition and will replace any damaged lines.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 55,154 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.