CPSC Recall in 2015: Mirka Extends Recall of Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2015.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 15-064

Date: January 27, 2015

Product Name: Random orbital sanders

Recall Description:

CEROS 550 5-inch, CEROS 650 6-inch and CEROS 680 6-inch electric sanders can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Hazard Description:

The sander can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: 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.)

Incidents:

Mirka Abrasives has received five reports of electrical shorting incidents which included the sanders sparking and smoking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Sold At:

Various distributors and independent retailers nationwide and at Amazon.com, Beavertools.com and other online retailers from March 2014 to November 2014 for about $500.

Manufactured In:

Finland