Genie product recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

May 29, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Genie Industries, Inc. recalls 2015 Genie Tz-34/20

Recall number

15V326000

Brand / firm

Genie

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 26 units

Why it was recalled

If the outriggers drift while the boom lift is in use, the lift may tip-over, increasing the risk of injury to the user or those nearby.

What was recalled

Genie Industries, Inc. (Genie) is recalling certain model year 2015 TZ-34/20 trailers manufactured January 26, 2015, to February 24, 2015. Due to out of specification cylinders, the stabilizing outriggers may drift while the boom lift is being used.

What to do

Terex will notify owners on behalf of Genie, and dealers will replace the cylinder in the affected outrigger assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2015. Owners may contact Genie customer service at 1-800-536-1800. Genie's number for this recall is 150004.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.