STIHL fuel cap can distort, spilling fuel

What: Gas-powered STIHL trimmers, brushcutters, KombiMotors, hedge trimmers, cleaning saws, pole pruners and backpack blowers that utilize a toolless fuel cap (select models), sold at authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from July 2002 through May 2011 for between $190 and $650.

Why: The level of ethanol and other fuel additives can distort the toolless fuel cap, allowing fuel to spill, posing a fire and burn hazard.

What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using these products and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free repair. Consumers can contact STIHL for instructions on identifying these toolless fuel caps. For more information, call STIHL at 800-233-4729 or visit stihlusa.com.

Civic may have small fuel leak
What: 2012 Honda Civic

Why: There is a possibility that an O-ring, which seals a connection in the fuel feed line, is misaligned. This may lead to a small fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

What to do: Dealers will replace the fuel feed line assembly free of charge. For more information, call Honda at 800-999-1009.

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