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Mini Tillers with Honda Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: November 16, 2010 Initiated: November 16, 2010 #11040

Product Description

The recalled mini tillers have Honda GX25 mini four-stroke engines and their engine serial numbers can be found on the engine near the fuel tank cap. Both brands come in red and black. Honda Mini Tiller: Model number FG110 with serial numbers GCALT 1696948 to 1700567.Mantis Mini Tiller: Model numbers 7262 and 7270 with serial numbers GCART-1165215 to 1171495.

Reason for Recall

A rubber grommet that is part of the engine's fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using any mini tiller with engines in the affected serial number ranges and contact any Honda Power Equipment dealer or Honda Engine dealer (Mantis owners only) to arrange to have the fuel tank assembly replaced free of charge. Registered owners of the recalled mini tillers will be sent a notice by mail.

Details

Units Affected
About 6,150
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Mini-Tillers-with-Honda-Engines-Recalled-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled mini tillers have Honda GX25 mini four-stroke engines and their engine serial numbers can be found on the engine near the fuel tank cap. Both brands come in red and black. Honda Mini Tiller: Model number FG110 with serial numbers GCALT 1696948 to 1700567.Mantis Mini Tiller: Model numbers 7262 and 7270 with serial numbers GCART-1165215 to 1171495.. Recalled by American Honda Motor Co., of Torrance, Calif.. Units affected: About 6,150.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A rubber grommet that is part of the engine's fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using any mini tiller with engines in the affected serial number ranges and contact any Honda Power Equipment dealer or Honda Engine dealer (Mantis owners only) to arrange to have the fuel tank assembly replaced free of charge. Registered owners of the recalled mini tillers will be sent a notice by mail.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 16, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11040.

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