I own a Steyr Model M with double set triggers. Serial number is: 140xxx. My gunsmith tells me that rifles in this serial number range,equipped with double set triggers, are subject to a factory safety recall. Anyone know what the problem is and whar serial numbers are involved? Thanks, Stoney

Check out the page below. If it isn't here I'd suggest contaction the company directly.

Firearms recall notices

This is what I found on the above referenced page--

STEYR-MANNLICHER
BOLT-ACTION, RIFLES

Steyr-Mannlicher AG is recalling some Steyr-Mannlicher centerfire bolt-action rifles with double set triggers in the serial number range 92,000 through 150,000. This recall applies to all Steyr-Mannlicher centerfire rifles with double triggers regardless of model designation and does not apply to any Mannlicher Shoenauer rifles, nor to any other Steyr-Mannlicher products.

This action is taken because some rifles manufactured in the serial number range noted above were assembled with trigger housings (not trigger guards) which may crack or corrode. Steyr-Mannlicher has discovered that some trigger housing alloy supplied by a raw material source is below-grade, resulting in the possibility of cracking and corrosion. Improper maintenance may increase the risk. Cracking, corrosion, or any other failure of the trigger housing could result in unintended firing of the rifle. Serious personal injury or death could result from an unintentional discharge if other safety rules are violated.

This possibly dangerous condition may not be discovered by ordinary inspection.

IF YOU OWN OR KNOW THE WHEREABOUTS OF A STEYR-MANNLICHER CENTERFIRE RIFLE WITH DOUBLE SET TRIGGERS WITHIN THE SERIAL NUMBER RANGE FROM 92,000 THROUGH 150,000, DO NOT LOAD, FIRE OR OTHERWISE USE THE RIFLE.

We ask that you call our toll-free number at 888-467-8397 with the model and serial number of your rifle, or contact GSI, Box 129, Trussville, AL 35173. From that serial number, we can verify the status of the rifle.

Our distributor in the United States, GSI, at no charge will repair all affected rifles returned to Steyr-Mannlicher under this recall to the owners. Shipping costs and freight costs will also be borne by Steyr-Mannlicher.

IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS, CALL 1-888-467-8397.

Source:

Guns, November 1996; page 74

Of course, Steyr-Mannlicher has changed owners since 1996, and the new owners have changed U.S. importers/distributors, so you'll have to contact Steyr-Mannlicher and not GSI to find out where to send your rifle.

Thanks for the heads up regarding the Steyr recall. I contacted Steyr and they said they would replace the trigger group through their distributor, Diamond Trail Shoters Supply. I got a prompt E-mail from a Mr. Shearn of Diamond confirming this. Unfortunately, Diamond will have to apply for an import permit, since Steyr no longer imports set trigger rifles into the US. Process time is about 10 weeks for the govt. paperwork. Again, thanks for the info, regarding a potentially dangerous situation. Stoney