Black & Decker Recalls Random Orbit Sanders Due to Laceration 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, po…

Recall #: 10339
Affected scope: About 192,000

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Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. recalled This recall involves Black & Decker random orbit sanders with model numbers RO400, RO400G….

Black & Decker Recalls Random Orbit Sanders Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. in September 9, 2010. Reason: The black plastic disc (called the platen) that holds the sandpaper can fly off or break apart during use and…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders and contact Black & Decker f…. Verify recall #10339 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md. issued this CPSC recall-The black plastic disc (called the platen) that holds the sandpaper can fly off or break apart during use and….

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agency class: September 9, 2010
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10339 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product 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.

Reason for recall

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, what to do

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

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	10339
Date reported	September 9, 2010
Date initiated	September 9, 2010
Recalling firm	Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Affected scope	About 192,000
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

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

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Why was this product recalled? ▼

What should consumers do? ▼

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

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 9, 2010. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 10339.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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