Black & Decker Recalls Random Orbit Sanders Due to Laceration Hazard

Recalled September 9, 2010 · CPSC recall 10339 · Black & Decker

Back of Recalled Random Orbit Sander showing model number identification

Underside of Recalled Random Orbit Sander showing date code identification

Hazard

The black plastic disc (called the platen) that holds the sandpaper can fly off or break apart during use and the disc, or pieces of the disc, can hit the user or those nearby, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders and contact Black & Decker for a free replacement platen to hold the sandpaper.

Units

About 192,000

Incidents / injuries

Black & Decker has received 73 reports of incidents involving the sander's black plastic disc (platen) breaking or falling apart, including 15 reports of injuries from flying pieces, one of which involved a serious facial laceration.

Description

This recall involves Black & Decker random orbit sanders with model numbers RO400, RO400G, RO410, RO410K, RO410LW and FS3000ROS and date codes between 200701 and 200929. The sanders are orange and black. "Black & Decker" is printed on the sanders. The model number is printed on a label on the sander. The date code is stamped on the underside of the sander where the dust bag is inserted.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders and contact Black & Decker for a free replacement platen to hold the sandpaper.

Contact

For additional information, contact Black & Decker toll-free at (866) 220-1767 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.blackanddecker.com

Product

Black & Decker Random Orbit Sanders

Manufacturer(s)

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.

Retailers

Home center, hardware and discount stores and by authorized Black & Decker dealers nationwide from January 2007 through July 2009 for about $40

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →