The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·19V253000·Announced 2019-03-28

Genie Recalls 2019 TZ-34 and TZ-50 Aerial Devices for Fire Risk

Genie is recalling 2019 TZ-34 and TZ-50 trailer-mounted aerial devices because improperly crimped battery cables may overheat and cause a fire.

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/electrical defect that can result in a fire and injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Genie Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2019 TZ-34 and TZ-50 trailer-mounted aerial devices. The recall involves 40 units where the battery cable ends at the quick disconnect may have been improperly crimped. This defect can result in excessive heat build-up of the conductor.

The excessive heat build-up can result in a fire, increasing the risk of injury at the work area. No specific injuries or fires have been reported in the source text.

Genie will notify owners and provide a replacement quick disconnect battery cable. The recall began on May 23, 2019. Owners may contact Genie customer service 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
40

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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