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“Motor had multiple problems with 6hp Tohatsu. ”

written by Bridget386 on 13/06/2017

Tohatsu sells motors any dealer. I bought mine from Defender Marine who sells them without checking them out called a PRe-Delivery Inspection (PDI). The first time I used the motor it was had to start and then stalled when I was coming into a dock. Tohatsu said they would pay to have the PDI performed. A week later I was told the engine had a defective carburetor. A week later after using the motor again I discovered a significant oil leak. I asked Tohatsu for a new motor but was told they would only fix the motor. It is now over 2 weeks since the motor was put in the shop for the oil link to be repaired. I'm still waiting.

I have contacted Tohatsu by phone and letter. They think it's just fine to sell motors without PDI's which would have found the defective carburetor. They will pay dealers to perform them but they will sell them to dealers who won't perform the PDI. I have an internal document to substantiate my claim.

There are many good motors made by quality companies. Yamaha, Honda and Suzuki are a few names. Any one of these companies stand behind their products. Tohatsu doesn't. Steer clear of this low end manufacturer.