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Fuel pooling under your Husqvarna mower or gas leaking into the carburetor bowl? A faulty fuel shut-off solenoid or stuck float needle is the culprit. Repair Clinic carries genuine Husqvarna fuel control parts designed to stop fuel flow when the engine shuts down and regulate carburetor levels precisely. These small but critical parts prevent hard starts, fouled plugs, and costly engine damage.
Replace worn float mechanisms and solenoids with OEM parts that fit perfectly and perform exactly as Husqvarna engineered them, keeping your fuel system sealed and reliable through every season.
A faulty fuel shut-off solenoid prevents the valve from closing when the engine stops, allowing gas to drain into the bowl and overflow. A worn float needle can also fail to seal properly. Both parts are inexpensive replacements that stop the leak immediately and prevent gas from entering your oil crankcase.
The float needle controls fuel level inside the carburetor bowl during engine operation—it rises and falls with fuel height. The solenoid is an electromagnetic valve that cuts off fuel supply entirely when the engine shuts down. A bad needle causes overflow; a bad solenoid causes post-shutdown leaks. You may need both replaced depending on your symptoms.
Remove the air filter and carburetor bowl (usually 2–3 bolts). The float pivot pin and needle are visible inside. Turn the fuel off before disassembly, and note fuel line routing. It's a straightforward 15-minute job with the correct OEM part number—order using your model number for help ensure fit.
Yes. If the float jams in the down position, fuel fills the carburetor bowl excessively and can flood the engine, washing down the cylinder walls and preventing spark plug ignition. Replacing the float assembly typically solves chronic hard-start issues tied to fuel system symptoms.


Maintain efficient fuel management with genuine Husqvarna Lawn Mower fuel shut-off replacement parts from Repair Clinic. Replacing the fuel shut-off valve is key for preventing fuel leaks and ensuring safe operation. Use our model number lookup to find the exact part you need and benefit from same-day shipping, No-Hassle 365-Day Returns, and our Price Match Guarantee. Need assistance with installation? Visit our Lawn Mower Repair Help page for guidance or find more Lawn Mower Tank Parts to improve your mower's performance.
On Husqvarna lawn mowers, look for the model number on a label attached to the frame near the blade deck, under the seat, or on the engine housing. The label may also list the product number and serial number, so copy the model number exactly, including letters, numbers, and any separators. Enter that number in the model number search to pull up the parts matched to your unit. Using the complete model number filters Repair Clinic's full lawn mower parts selection, not just fuel-system parts, to parts designed for your specific mower. That means fewer wrong orders and a faster repair.

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