CPSC recall 03091
Makita electric orbit sanders, models BO5000 and BO5001
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-05-22
On 2025-05-22 the CPSC announced a recall of Makita electric orbit sanders, models BO5000 and BO5001 by Makita U, citing the pads on the sanders can break apart during use and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03091 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2003-03-06 |
| Published | 2025-05-22 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Makita U |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Makita electric orbit sanders, models BO5000 and BO5001 | 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.
Reason
The pads on the sanders can break apart during use and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Makita-USA-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Electric-Sanders-
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