The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·10V286000·Announced 2010-06-22

Genie Recalls 2009 TZ-34 and TZ-50 Aerial Work Platforms

Genie is recalling 75 model year 2009 TZ-34 and TZ-50 vehicles because non-compliant material in platform support components could cause the platform to fall.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the platform could fall, posing a risk of personal injury to the operator, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Genie Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2009 TZ-34 and TZ-50 vehicles manufactured between April 1 and August 31, 2009. These vehicles are equipped with trailer-mounted aerial work platform booms. The recall affects 75 units.

The defect involves material used in the platform support components that was not in compliance with the manufacturer's specifications. This non-compliance could result in cracking of the supporting structure and ultimately cause the platform to fall, potentially resulting in personal injury to the operator.

Genie will notify owners, and repairs will be performed by authorized Genie dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on August 31, 2010. Owners may contact Genie at 1-800-536-1800 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
GENIE TZ-34, TZ-50
Brand
GENIE
Manufacturer
GENIE INDUSTRIES, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Aerial Work Platform
Hazard
Affected units
75

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • TZ-34
  • TZ-50

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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