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CPSC recall · Reported January 27, 2015

Mirka Extends Recall of Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard

The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Recall #
15064
Affected scope
About 574 in the U.S. and 21 in Canada (About 440 in the U.S. and 85 in Canada were previously recalled in June 2014.)
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves 5-inch and 6-inch Mirka CEROS compact electric random orbital sander….

Mirka Extends Recall of Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in January 27, 2015. Reason: The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mir…. Verify recall #15064 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard..

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January 27, 2015
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15064 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.

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Product description

This recall involves 5-inch and 6-inch Mirka CEROS compact electric random orbital sanders. The sanders are yellow and black with Mirka logo 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 a plastic carrying case, a 12-foot power cord, a wrench, a multi-hole backup pad and assorted abrasives. Some also came with a DC transformer. The 5-inch sander is model CEROS550. The 6-inch sander is model CEROS650. Model information is on a white sticker on the back of the sander housing beneath the hand grip. Serial numbers are engraved on the side of the sander housing just above the dust shroud. Sanders with serial numbers in the following ranges are being recalled: Model Serial Number Range CEROS550 345231326001 to 345231326023 345331326001 to 345331326025 401528672001 to 401528672080 402228672001 to 402228672016 CEROS650 401428673001 to 401428673070 401528673001 to 401528673026 Also being recalled in the U.S. only: Sander models CEROS550, CEROS650, and 6-inch sander model CEROS680 that were sent to the Mirka Authorized Repair Center between February 24, 2014 and December 16, 2014 to receive a new speed controller. Mirka is directly contacting U.S. consumers with sanders that were sent to the repair center and have serial numbers in the following ranges: Model Serial Number Range CEROS550 241328672025 to 417528672091 CNM25465 to VUU35621 CEROS650 334328673009 to 401428673070 CNM25731 to VVU66448 CEROS680 CLA47198 to VLA38835 The serial numbers are engraved on the side of the sander housing just above the dust shroud or on a white label on the back of the sander housing beneath the grip.

Reason for recall

The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka Abrasives for a free replacement.

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 15064
Date reported January 27, 2015
Date initiated January 27, 2015
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 574 in the U.S. and 21 in Canada (About 440 in the U.S. and 85 in Canada were previously recalled in June 2014.)
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

Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka Abrasives for a free replacement.

  • Check the recall number (15064) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves 5-inch and 6-inch Mirka CEROS compact electric random orbital sanders. The sanders are yellow and black with Mirka logo 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 a plastic carrying case, a 12-foot power cord, a wrench, a multi-hole backup pad and assorted abrasives. Some also came with a DC transformer. The 5-inch sander is model CEROS550. The 6-inch sander is model CEROS650. Model information is on a white sticker on the back of the sander housing beneath the hand grip. Serial numbers are engraved on the side of the sander housing just above the dust shroud. Sanders with serial numbers in the following ranges are being recalled: Model Serial Number Range CEROS550 345231326001 to 345231326023 345331326001 to 345331326025 401528672001 to 401528672080 402228672001 to 402228672016 CEROS650 401428673001 to 401428673070 401528673001 to 401528673026 Also being recalled in the U.S. only: Sander models CEROS550, CEROS650, and 6-inch sander model CEROS680 that were sent to the Mirka Authorized Repair Center between February 24, 2014 and December 16, 2014 to receive a new speed controller. Mirka is directly contacting U.S. consumers with sanders that were sent to the repair center and have serial numbers in the following ranges: Model Serial Number Range CEROS550 241328672025 to 417528672091 CNM25465 to VUU35621 CEROS650 334328673009 to 401428673070 CNM25731 to VVU66448 CEROS680 CLA47198 to VLA38835 The serial numbers are engraved on the side of the sander housing just above the dust shroud or on a white label on the back of the sander housing beneath the grip.. Units affected: About 574 in the U.S. and 21 in Canada (About 440 in the U.S. and 85 in Canada were previously recalled in June 2014.).
Why was this product recalled?
The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Customers should immediately stop using the recalled sanders, unplug them and contact Mirka Abrasives for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 27, 2015. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 15064.
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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