1977 STEYR SPORT MK II Recall

Campaign:

79V033000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Service brakes, hydraulic

Manufactured:

03/31/1977 - 10/31/1978

Affected:

15,927

Defect:

Under certain circumstances, the front wheel may grab when the front service brake is actuated. this could result in a wedge type action of one shoe between the brake drum and the twist key, which in turn could produce an irreversible braking effect.

Correction:

Dealer will install a modified front brake assembly without charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: mopeds equipped with front "mag" wheels.system: service brakes; front brake shoe.consequences of defect: sudden grabbing when the front brake is engaged couldcause loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: the owner is advised to check the front wheel bearing for excessive play.operator should use the rear brake exclusively, prior to vehicle repair. aslight dragging action or an abrupt response when applying the front brake mayindicate the condition is present.

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