the middle blade should be high enough that it should stop the sear before it allows the firing pin to go forward if tripped. i tested mine while the barrel was off so i could see the bolt face and when tripped the firing pin was not protruding from the bolt face so the round would not have fired. ivenever had it trip at the range or in the field w a live round in the chamber or even a primed empty shell.

i think its particular what your describing and u may want to get a professional gunsmith to check it out to be safe and or call savage to see if they will inspect it under warranty. better safe than sorry.

brian