CPSC, Makita U.S.A. Announce Recall to Repair Electric Sanders
CPSC recall 03091 · announced March 6, 2003 · Makita U.s.a · 350,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The pads on the sanders can break apart during use and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled sanders immediately and return them to the nearest Makita factory service center, for a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): 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.
Sold at: Home centers, hardware stores and industrial suppliers nationwide sold the sanders, from April 1992 through February 2003, for between $110 and $125.
Consumer contact: 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.