Genie Industries, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2003-2012 TZ-34 aerial work platform trailers
— Recall Campaign #13V420000
Genie Industries, Inc. (Genie) is recalling certain model year 2003-2012 TZ-34 aerial work platform trailers manufactured October 1, 2002, through July 12, 2012. In the affected trailers, the outrigger assembly may not remain stowed upright while the trailer is being transported.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 3,889 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V420000
| Manufacturer: | Genie Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 12, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V420000 |
| Units affected: | 3,889 |
- Description:
- Genie Industries, Inc. (Genie) is recalling certain model year 2003-2012 TZ-34 aerial work platform trailers manufactured October 1, 2002, through July 12, 2012. In the affected trailers, the outrigger assembly may not remain stowed upright while the trailer is being transported.
- Consequeces:
- If the outriggers do not remain stowed, the outriggers can strike objects in the trailers path, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Genie will notify owners, and dealers will install a new outrigger control manifold. The recall is expected to begin during November 2013. Owners may contact the Terex AWP at 1-800-536-1800. Genie's recall number is SN 130009.
- 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.