Vehicle recall 79V033000 · January 24, 1979

Steyr Magnum MK II, Maxi Sport and 2 more models

Under certain circumstances, the front wheel may grab when the front service brake is actuated.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: 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.
Remedy: 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 79V033000
Reported to NHTSA: January 24, 1979
Filed by: STEYR DAIMLER PUCH A.G.
Owner notification: February 23, 1979
Vehicles potentially affected: 15,927
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic

Recall 79V033000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Steyr Magnum MK II (1977-1978): 1978, 1977
Steyr Maxi Sport (1977-1978): 1978, 1977
Steyr Sport (1977-1978): 1978, 1977
Steyr Sport MK II (1977-1978): 1978, 1977

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