Black & Decker Recalls Random Orbit Sanders Due to Laceration Hazard
Recall 10339 · Sep 9, 2010 · Black & Decker
192,000
units affected
192,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10339
- Date
- Sep 9, 2010
- Company
- Black & Decker
- Units affected
- 192,000
- Product
- Black & Decker Random Orbit Sanders
- Product type
- Sanders/Grinders & Accessories
- Hazard
- Cuts
The product
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 can happen
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.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders and contact Black & Decker for a free replacement platen to hold the sandpaper.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- 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.
- Sold at
- Home center, hardware and discount stores and by authorized Black & Decker dealers nationwide from January 2007 through July 2009 for about $40
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled black & decker random orbit sanders?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders and contact Black & Decker for a free replacement platen to hold the sandpaper.
What is the 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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.