Reported May 31, 2016
Mirka Recalls Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard
Mirka USA Inc. of Twinsburg, Ohio
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka for a free replacement sander.
Firm contact: Mirka USA 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.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Random orbital sanders
- Amount recalled
- About 2,500 (in addition about 300 were sold in Canada) (additional CEROS 550 and 650 sanders were recalled for a different fire hazard in January 2015)
Where it was sold
Sold at Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com and BeaverTools.com from January 2013 through March 2016 for about $500..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The sanders can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: Mirka has received two reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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