Honda recalling snowblowers due to fire hazard

(WXYZ) - Honda is recalling 18,500 snowblowers.

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.

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

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

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

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.

For more 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 .