Husqvarna Aspire Pruner P5-P4A (pruner) and PE5-P4A (pruner plus extension pole)
- Affected
- An extension pole and a black handheld device with a small chainsaw blade designed to cut down garden waste and to do smaller carpentry work.
- The problem
- The affected products present a risk of injury as it has been identified that, in some specific instances, the pruners could start operating as the battery is attached, without activating the power trigger.
- What to do
- Stop using it and contact the seller or manufacturer for a refund, repair or replacement.
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Pruner |
|---|---|
| Brand | Husqvarna |
| Model | P5-P4A and PE5-P4A |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Product description | An extension pole and a black handheld device with a small chainsaw blade designed to cut down garden waste and to do smaller carpentry work. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
List of affected models
| Model | Product number | Serial number (from-to) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspire P5-P4A (Pruner) | 970 621 3-02 (03 in catalogue) | 20 223 900 001 to 20 231 901 080 |
| Aspire P5-P4A (Pruner) | 970 621 3-06 | 20 223 900 001 to 20 232 102 640 |
| Aspire PE5-P4A (Pruner + extension pole) | 970 621 4-02 (03 in catalogue) | 20 223 900 001 to 20 231 700 390 |
| Aspire PE5-P4A (Pruner + extension pole) | 970 621 4-06 | 20 223 900 001 to 20 232 100 210 |
Hazard
The affected products present a risk of injury as it has been identified that, in some specific instances, the pruners could start operating as the battery is attached, without activating the power trigger. This could result in someone being seriously injured by the chainsaw-style blade.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users. For further information, please access the Husqvarna recall site here: https://www.husqvarna.com/uk/learn-and-discover/news-and-media/aspire-pruner-recall/
Additional information
PSD case number: 2310-0170
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 16 October 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.