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Recall 03091 — Makita electric orbit sanders, models BO5000 and BO5001

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2003-03-06

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
03091
Date of alert
2003-03-06
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
Makita U.S.A. Inc., of La Mirada, Calif.
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: 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. Hazards: The pads on the sanders can break apart during use and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Makita-USA-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Elec

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