Product Recall: Husqvarna Robotic Lawnmower 435X and 535 models (2111-0087)
Product recall for Husqvarna Robotic Lawnmower 435X and 535 models presenting a risk of fire, launched October 2021.
Summary
Product: Husqvarna Robotic Lawnmower 435X and 535
Hazard: 皇冠体育app product presents a risk of fire due to potential stressing of the batteries when charging.
Corrective action: Models recalled from end users in October 2021.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment 鈥� Robotic Lawnmower |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 7391736592093 |
| Models | Automower 435 AWD 9678533-03; Automower 535 AWD 9678534-03 |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Product description | 皇冠体育app robotic lawnmowers freely and automatically cut grass by detecting the signal of a perimeter cable. Both models are powered by lithium-ion batteries. 皇冠体育app mowers have a docking station for recharging. 皇冠体育app 435X model is grey with orange on the wheels, and the 535 model is orange and grey with white wheels. |
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Hazard
皇冠体育app product presents a risk of fire as a result of the charging pattern, 鈥榮tressing鈥� the batteries to unusual levels of degradation. It has been identified that there have been 5 reported incidents where lawnmowers have caught fire as a result of when the battery was being charged.
皇冠体育app product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
皇冠体育app product has been recalled from end users.
皇冠体育app manufacturer is contacting product owners directly to arrange to replace the battery through their network of dealerships. In addition, the manufacturer is resolving the issue of battery degradation and prolonging the battery lifetime through two mandatory software updates for the affected models.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2111-0087
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards