NHTSA recall 16V067000
Equipment
Genie TZ-34/20
Reported Feb 5, 20166 vehicles affectedGenie Industries, Inc.Maker’s number Issue 121Built Jan 5, 2016 – Jan 20, 2016
The defect
Genie Industries, Inc. (Genie) is recalling certain model year 2016 TZ 34/20 trailer-mounted boom lifts manufactured January 5, 2016, to January 20, 2016. The affected lifts have bolts that attach the turntable to the rotation bearing that may not have been properly tightened.
The risk
If the bolts are not properly tightened, they may shear and the platform can fall, increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy
Genie will notify owners, and dealers will correctly tighten the bolts attaching the turntable to the rotation bearing, free of charge. The began on March 9, 2016. Owners may contact Genie customer service at 1-800-536-1800. Genie's number for this recall is Issue 121.