Recalls / 2024-02-08

Husqvarna Recalls Grass Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard

24113 · Recalled 2024-02-08 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves gas-powered Husqvarna Grass Trimmers with model numbers 330LK, 130C and 130L. The trimmers are orange and gray. "Husqvarna" and the model are printed on the motor housing. The SKU number is printed on the serial number tag on the bottom side of the motor housing. SKU numbers included in this recall are as follows: Model # SKU # 330LK 970514501 970514502 970514503 970514504 970545001 130C 970514301 970514302 970514303 970694601 970694701 130L 970514401 970514402 970514403 970694801 970694901

Hazards

Incorrect wiring in the ignition module on the recalled grass trimmers can cause an electrical spark or arcing, posing a fire hazard if gas is on or near the unit.

Reported injuries

The firm has received 12 reports of the recalled grass trimmers catching on fire, electrical spark or arcing, including two reports of property damage and one report of a consumer who suffered burns on their leg and arm when they attempted to extinguish a fire.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grass trimmers and contact an authorized Husqvarna dealer to receive a free repair. The dealer locator is available at https://locations.husqvarna.com/us/.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Gas-powered Grass Trimmers		About 403,000 (In addition, about 17,230 were sold in Canada)

Parties

Manufacturer: Husqvarna Professional Products Inc.
Made in: United States
Sold at: Husqvarna dealers, Lowe's, Tractor Supply, other home, gardens, online at Amazon.com, $300.

Consumer contact

Husqvarna toll-free at 877-257-6921 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at recalls@husqvarnagroup.com or online at www.husqvarna.com/us/recall or https://www.husqvarna.com/us/support/ and click on "Important Grass Trimmer Recall" located on the side of the homepage near the bottom for more information.

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Recalled Husqvarna Grass Trimmer (Model 130C)

Recalled Husqvarna Grass Trimmer (Model 130L)

Recalled Husqvarna Grass Trimmer (Model 330LK)

The SKU number is printed on the serial number tag on the bottom side of the motor housing

Source: CPSC recall 24113. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.