Mini Tillers with Honda Engines Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Honda and Mantis Mini Tillers |
| Units | About 6,150 |
| Hazards | A rubber grommet that is part of the engine's fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. |
| Remedies | 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. |
| Manufacturers | American Honda Motor Co., of Torrance, Calif. |
Details
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.
Consumer Contact
For additional information: Honda FG110 mini-tiller owners should contact Honda at (888) 888-3139 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.hondapowerequipment.comMantis mini-tiller owners should either contact Mantis Customer Service at (800) 366-6268, visitwww.mantis.com or contact Honda at (888) 888-3139 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.hondapowerequipment.com
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