CPSC recall 03-091, announced March 6, 2003, covers Makita electric orbit sanders, models BO5000 and BO5001 (about 350,000 units). The pads on the sanders can break apart during use and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard to consumers. The notice cites 13 incident reports and 3 injuries. Consumers should stop using the recalled sanders immediately and return them to the nearest Makita factory service center, for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 462-5482, or go to www.makitatools.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The recalled sanders include the BO5000 and BO5001 model numbers, which can be found on the silver nameplate on the sander's body.
Which products are included?
The recalled sanders include the BO5000 and BO5001 model numbers, which can be found on the silver nameplate on the sander's body. The sander's housing is blue and the name "Makita" appears in large white letters on the motor housing.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pads on the sanders can break apart during use and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Makita U.S.A. Inc. has received 13 reports of pads coming apart, including three minor injuries that resulted from pieces of the pad striking consumers.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled sanders immediately and return them to the nearest Makita factory service center, for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Makita electric orbit
- Manufacturer
- Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif.
- Recall number
- 03-091
- Units
- About 350,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Home centers, hardware stores and industrial suppliers nationwide sold the sanders, from April 1992 through February 2003, for between $110 and $125.
Makita electric orbit sanders, models BO5000 and BO5001
CPSC product type: Sanders/Grinders & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information on how to return the sanders or to locate the nearest Makita factory service center, consumers should contact Makita at (800) 462-5482 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.makitatools.com
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