Husqvarna Recalls Grass Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard

Gas-powered Grass Trimmers

Date of Recall

2024-02-08

CPSC Release Number

24-113

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 403,000 (In addition, about 17,230 were sold in Canada)

Manufacturer

Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.

Sold By

Husqvarna dealers, Lowes, Tractor Supply, and other home and gardens stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from October 2021 through November 2023 for between $250 and $300.

Problem/Hazard

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.

Injuries/Incidents

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.

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

Remedy

Repair

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