CPSC2015-01-27
Mirka Extends Recall of Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard
Mirka Abrasives, Inc. of Twinsburg, Ohio
Hazard
The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka Abrasives for a free replacement.
Sold at
Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and at Amazon.com, Beavertools.com and other online retailers from March 2014 to November 2014 for about $500.
Affected count
About 574 in the U.S. and 21 in Canada (About 440 in the U.S. and 85 in Canada were previously recalled in June 2014.)
Injuries reported
Mirka Abrasives has received five reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Manufactured in
Finland
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Random orbital sanders
Consumer contact
Mirka Abrasives at (800) 843-3904 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mirka-usa.com and click on Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Mirka-Extends-Recall-of-Compact-Electric-Random-Orbital-SandersDon't want to check this manually?
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