Description
Overview:
This genuine Husqvarna recoil spring is a replacement part for the pull-start mechanism on selected Husqvarna professional and domestic chainsaws. Built from high-tensile spring steel, it restores the correct return tension to the starter assembly so the cord rewinds cleanly after each pull. A precise fit for the original housing, it helps deliver a smooth, dependable start and consistent performance in tough conditions. Designed for models including the Husqvarna 281 and 288, it is suitable for regular maintenance or repair when the starter becomes slow to retract, loses tension, or fails after fatigue. Supplied to OEM specification and identified by part number 501 52 04-02, this Genuine Part supports long service life, reliable operation, and safe, efficient starting across a broad range of compatible saws.
Key Features:
- Genuine Husqvarna part for assured fit, function, and compatibility
- Precision-wound spring steel for strength, resilience, and consistent tension
- Direct replacement for worn, broken, or fatigued recoil springs
- Helps the starter cord retract smoothly and fully after each pull
- Supports reliable cold and hot starts in demanding work environments
- Manufactured to OEM specifications for correct seating in the starter housing
- Durable construction resists deformation and cyclic fatigue
- Helps reduce strain on the starter pulley and cord by restoring correct tension
- Suitable for routine servicing to prevent starting issues developing on site
- Straightforward to fit with basic hand tools and standard workshop practices
Typical Applications:
Used to replace a failed or weakened recoil spring in Husqvarna chainsaws when the pull cord does not retract, returns slowly, or the starter has lost snap-back. Common during scheduled maintenance or after heavy use by arborists, foresters, landscapers, and farm or estate teams. Helps keep saws starting reliably for felling, logging, snedding, and general grounds work.
Also known as:
Often referred to as a pull start spring, rewind spring, recoil return spring, starter recoil spring, pull cord return spring, rewind coil, or return coil for the starter assembly.
Fits Models:
266, 268, 268K, 272K, 272XP, 281, 281XP, 288, 288XP, 61, 66
Alternate Part Numbers:
501 52 04-02, 501520402
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 501 52 04 02 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
| OEM No. | 501520402 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Applications | 266, 268, 268K, 272K, 272XP, 281, 281XP, 288, 288XP, 61, 66 |
| Machine Type | Chainsaws |
| Fits Brands | Husqvarna |
| Fits Models | 266 | 268 | 281 | 281XP | 288 | 288XP | 61 | 66 | 268K | 272K |

