CPSC recall 14-199, announced June 4, 2014, covers Random orbital sanders (about 440 units). The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka Abrasives for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 843-3904, or go to www.mirka-usa.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.
Model names are on a white sticker on the back of the sander housing beneath the hand grip.
Which products are included?
This recall involves 5-inch and 6-inch Mirka CEROS compact electric random orbital sanders. The sanders are yellow and black with the Mirka logo on the front. A speed control lever is on the top of the sanders and a vacuum hose connector on the rear. The recalled sanders came with a carrying case, a 12-foot power cord, a DC transformer, a wrench, a multi-hole backup pad and assorted abrasives. The 5-inch sander is model CEROS 550. The 6-inch sander is model CEROS 650. Model names are on a white sticker on the back of the sander housing beneath the hand grip. Serial numbers are engraved on the side of the sander housing just above the dust shroud. Sanders with serial numbers in the following ranges are being recalled: Model Serial Number Range CEROS 550 347228672001 to 347228672048 CEROS 550 349428672001 to 349428672048 CEROS 550 403228672001 to 403228672048 CEROS 550 404328672001 to 404328672048 CEROS 650 344228673001 to 344228673048 CEROS 650 344328673001 to 344328673048 CEROS 650 346128673001 to 346128673048 CEROS 650 347128673001 to 347128673048 CEROS 650 403328673001 to 403328673048 CEROS 650 404228673001 to 404228673048 CEROS 650 404328673001 to 404328673048
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Mirka Abrasives has received three reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Official remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka Abrasives for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Random orbital
- Product type
- Sanders
- Recall number
- 14-199
- Units
- About 440 U.S. and 85 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- Finland
- Sold at / sales period
- Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and at Amazon.com, Beavertools.com and other online retailers from November 2013 to April 2014 for about $500.
- Importer
- Mirka Abrasives Inc., of Twinsburg, Ohio
Random orbital sanders
CPSC product type: Power Sanders
Recall contact information
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.
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