The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·10V619000·Announced 2010-12-09

Genie Recalls 2011 TZ-50 Trailers Due to Structural Cracking Risk

Genie is recalling 2011 TZ-50 trailers because materials in the boom and chassis may crack, potentially causing 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 (cracking in boom and chassis) that could result in the platform falling, increasing the risk of injuries and/or a vehicle crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Genie Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011 TZ-50 trailers. The recall addresses a defect where materials used in the boom and chassis components are susceptible to cracking.

Cracking in these supporting structures could result in the platform falling, which increases the risk of injuries and/or a vehicle crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Genie will contact dealers and machine owners to arrange for the necessary work to be done at a specified Genie facility. The safety recall was expected to begin during January 2011. Owners may contact Genie's Service Department at 800-536-1800 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
GENIE TZ-50
Brand
GENIE
Manufacturer
GENIE INDUSTRIES, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Aerial Work Platform
Hazard
Affected units
19

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 (1)

  • TZ-50

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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