Honda recalls mini tillers with Honda GX25 engines (serial numbers GCALT 1696948-1700567) and Mantis models (serial numbers GCART-1165215-1171495) due to fuel leaks that could cause fire. Affected owners should stop using and get free fuel tank repairs.
A rubber grommet that is part of the engine's fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Honda and Mantis mini tillers with specific serial numbers are recalled because a rubber grommet in the fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, creating a fire hazard. Owners must stop using these tillers immediately and get free repairs to prevent fire risks.
A rubber grommet in the fuel tank can crack over time, causing fuel to leak. If the leaking fuel comes into contact with a heat source like a spark or flame, it can ignite and cause a fire. This hazard is serious because it could lead to burns or property damage.
Owners of Honda Mini Tillers with model FG110 and serial numbers GCALT 1696948 to 1700567, and Mantis Mini Tillers with model numbers 7262 or 7270 and serial numbers GCART-1165215 to 1171495 are affected. Gardeners using these tillers are most at risk due to potential fire hazards.
Check the engine near the fuel tank cap for the serial number. Honda Mini Tillers have model FG110 with serial numbers GCALT 1696948 to 1700567. Mantis Mini Tillers have model numbers 7262 or 7270 with serial numbers GCART-1165215 to 1171495.
Immediately stop using any mini tiller with the affected serial numbers to prevent fire risks.
Contact a Honda Power Equipment dealer or Honda Engine dealer (Mantis owners only) to arrange for a free fuel tank assembly replacement.
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.
Honda Mini Tiller model FG110 with serial numbers GCALT 1696948 to 1700567 and Mantis Mini Tiller models 7262 or 7270 with serial numbers GCART-1165215 to 1171495.
Check the engine near the fuel tank cap for the serial number. If it matches the affected ranges listed, your tiller is recalled.
The recall notice does not specify a deadline for repairs; owners should contact a dealer as soon as possible.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Honda to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 509 — Honda Honda and Mantis Mini Tillers Hello, I own a Honda and Mantis Mini Tillers that is covered by recall 509 from Honda. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
