American Honda Recalls Snowblowers Due to Fire Hazard

Honda snowblowers

Date of Recall

2010-12-29

CPSC Release Number

11-082

Manufactured In

Japan

Company Phone Number

(888) 888-3139

Units

About 18,500

Importer

American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.

Sold By

Honda Power Equipment dealers nationwide from April 2005 through November 2010 for between $2,000 and $3,400.

Problem/Hazard

The fuel tank joint and o-ring located on the underside of the fuel tank can seep or drip fuel over time, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

Honda has received 90 reports of fuel either seeping or dripping. No fires have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Honda snowblowers with model numbers and frame serial numbers listed below. The snowblowers are red and black. The frame serial number is located on the rear of the machine just below the engine. The name Honda and the model number are located on the side of the front scoop.

Model	Frame Serial Number
HS724	SZBE-1037913 through 1046577
HS928	SZAS-1151080 through 1169012
HS1132	SZBF-1018734 through 1025998

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowblowers and contact any Honda Power Equipment dealer to arrange for a free fuel tank joint and o-ring replacement. Registered owners of the recalled snowblowers will be mailed a notice.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, 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.com

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