GENIE TZ-50 2020: STRUCTURE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V552000

Make Model Year
GENIE TZ-50 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-10-07 2020-09-10 2020-09-11

Manufacturers Involved: Genie Industries, Inc.

Component: STRUCTURE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 14

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.