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Husqvarna Gets FCC Conditional Approval for Advanced Robotic Lawn Mowers in the US
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Husqvarna Group has received conditional approval from the U.S. Federal Communications Commission for four foreign-manufactured robotic lawn mower platforms. The FCC's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau issued the approval on Sept. 9 for the Automower 305V iQ, 310V iQ, 420V iQ and 440V iQ. The Swedish company says it is the first robotics firm to receive such conditional approval for foreign-produced advanced robotic devices.
The approval follows the FCC's August 2026 addition of certain communications equipment and services to its Covered List. That list restricts devices from foreign manufacturers over national security concerns. The new ruling exempts the four mower platforms, expected to launch in the U.S. in 2027, as well as previously approved models already on the market.
The U.S. is a key market for Husqvarna. U.S. sales accounted for 24% of the group's total net sales in 2025. The company already serves more than 500 golf courses with professional robotic mowing solutions.
The conditional approval is significant because it demonstrates a path for foreign-made robotic devices to enter the U.S. market despite the Covered List. It also signals that Husqvarna's security and data privacy practices meet U.S. requirements. The company's compliance with strict EU consumer privacy rules appears to have helped.
CEO Glen Instone said the approval validates that Husqvarna is setting the standard for trusted robotic mowing. He highlighted the company's rigorous quality and security standards. He also noted that residential penetration in the U.S. is limited so far, creating significant growth potential.
The four Automower iQ models are scheduled to launch in 2027. With the FCC exemption in place, Husqvarna can move forward with its U.S. expansion plans. The company expects the residential segment to drive future growth.
This approval could set a precedent for other robotics companies seeking FCC clearance for foreign-manufactured devices. It shows that compliance with security and privacy standards can overcome regulatory hurdles. Husqvarna's experience may guide future applications in the robotics industry.
