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Honda, Mantis mini tillers recalled

Wed, 11/17/2010 - 07:44 by Prince damin

Washington -- U.S. consumer watchdogs said fuel tank problems have caused American Honda Motor Co. to recall about 6,100 mini soil tillers.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said Tuesday the Torrance, Calif., company had recalled gas-powered Honda and Mantis Mini Tillers due to reports of rubber grommets on the gas tanks that crack and could leak fuel, resulting in a fire hazard.

The recall involves Honda Mini Tillers model number FG110 with serial numbers GCALT 1696948 to 1700567 and Mantis Mini Tillers model number 7262 and 7270 with serial numbers GCART-1165215 to 1171495.

Both brands include engines made in Thailand. They were sold nationwide from March 2010 through September 2010 for about $400.

Consumers were advised to stop using the recalled mini tiller and contact a Honda Power Equipment dealer to arrange for a free replacement fuel tank assembly.

Consumers can call 888-888-3139 for information.

Copyright 2010 United Press International, Inc. (UPI).

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