CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Problem
- Genie Industries, Inc. (Genie) is recalling certain 2019 TZ-34 and TZ-50 trailer-mounted aerial devices. The battery cable ends at the quick disconnect may have been improperly crimped, resulting in possible excessive heat build-up of the conductor.
- Risk
- The excessive heat build-up can result in a fire, increasing the risk of injury at the work area.
- Remedy
- Genie will notify owners and provide a replacement quick disconnect battery cable. The recall began May 23, 2019. Owners may contact Genie customer service at 1-800-536-1800. Genie's number for this recall is 190009.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2019 Genie TZ-34 and TZ-50 trailer-mounted aerial devices may have battery cable ends at the quick disconnect that were improperly crimped. This can cause excessive heat to build up in the conductor.
The heat buildup can lead to a fire, which increases the risk of injury in the work area. If you own or operate one of these machines, check whether it is covered by this recall and stop using it until the cable is addressed if you have concerns.
Genie will notify owners and provide a replacement quick disconnect battery cable at no cost. Contact Genie customer service at 1-800-536-1800 and reference recall number 190009. You can also check your vehicle identification number for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Genie TZ-34 | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Genie TZ-50 | 2019 |