Honda Mantis Mini Tillers – Fire Risk (2010)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Honda and Mantis Mini Tillers
Brand
American Honda Motor Co., of Torrance, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
American Honda Motor Co., of Torrance, Calif. is recalling Honda and Mantis Mini Tillers. The hazard is: A rubber grommet that is part of the engine's fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazar. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
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.
Reported concern (CPSC)
A rubber grommet that is part of the engine's fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026