Mirka Recalls Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard

The sanders can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka for a free replacement sander.

Products

This recall involves 3-inch, 5-inch and 6-inch Mirka CEROS compact electric random orbital sanders. The sanders are yellow and black with "Mirka" 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 either a cardboard box or plastic carrying case, a 12-foot power cord, DC transformer (only in certain sanders), a wrench, a multi-hole backup pad and assorted abrasives. The 3-inch sander is model CEROS 325. 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, and in certain sanders, the serial numbe

Incidents and injuries

Mirka has received two reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Text from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice.