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- STRUCTURE
- Problem
- Genie Industries, Inc. (Genie) is recalling certain 2020 TZ-50 trailers. The bolted joints of the tongue structure may loosen and possibly separate from the main chassis.
- Risk
- The separation may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Genie will notify owners, and dealers will torque the bolted joints to specification (90 ft-lbs), free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Genie customer service at 1-800-536-1800.
- 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 2020 Genie TZ-50 trailers have bolted joints in the tongue structure that may loosen over time. If the joints loosen, the tongue may separate from the main chassis.
Separation of the tongue from the chassis can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their trailer checked promptly.
Genie will notify owners, and authorized dealers will torque the bolted joints to the specified 90 ft-lbs at no charge. You can also contact Genie customer service at 1-800-536-1800, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Genie TZ-50 | 2020 |
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