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CPSC, Makita U.S.A. Announce Recall to Repair Electric Sanders

CPSC · 03091 · published 2003-03-06

CPSC campaign 03091

Hazard

The pads on the sanders can break apart during use and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled sanders immediately and return them to the nearest Makita factory service center, for a free repair.

The text above is quoted verbatim from the CPSC record. Confirm the affected units and the remedy with the manufacturer or CPSC. Recall data may be incomplete, delayed, or superseded.

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Affected products

Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif.

Makita electric orbit sanders, models BO5000 and BO5001

Brands in this recall

Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif.