Key Takeaway
Genie Recalls Garage Door Openers Due to Fire Hazard by GMI Holdings, Inc., dba The Genie Company, of Mt. Hope, Ohio was recalled on February 25, 2014. What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled garage car opener and contact Genie to receive a free repair kit, which includes a new...
Genie Recalls Garage Door Openers Due to Fire Hazard
Description
This recall involves Genie, models PowerMax 1200 and 1500, and Genie Pro, models TriloG 1200 and 1500, screw drive garage door openers. The garage openers are gray and have a rating of ¾ HPc for the models ending in 1200 and 1 HPc for the models ending in 1500. "Genie" and the model name appear on both sides of the opener. The serial numbers are printed on a label located on the side opposite to the light. Serial numbers for the recalled units start with the following five numbers: Genie Serial Number Genie Serial Number Genie Pro Serial Number 11214 11347 11214 11215 11348 11313 11235 12006 11332 11256 12009 11336 11298 12018 11347 11311 12019 11348 11312 12026 11349 11313 12027 11326 12034 11327 12036 11336 12037 11332 12038 12058
Injuries / Consequence
Genie has received four reports of the control board overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled garage car opener and contact Genie to receive a free repair kit, which includes a new control board and installation instructions.
Products Affected
Garage door openers
Garage Doors/OpenersImages
Company Information
GMI Holdings, Inc., dba The Genie Company, of Mt. Hope, Ohio
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled garage car opener and contact Genie to receive a free repair kit, which includes a new control board and installation instructions.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.