Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards

Recalled January 29, 2008 · CPSC recall 08175 · Glue

Hazard

The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke and catch fire. This poses fire, burn and shock hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glue guns and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Units

About 253,000

Incidents / injuries

Dollar Tree is aware of seven incidents in which these glue guns short circuited resulting in two injuries, including electrical shock and burns.

Description

The glue guns dispense hot glue and are intended for craft projects. The recalled glue gun is black with a yellow trigger and is approximately 4 1/2 inches from the back of the gun to the tip. Attached is a 44-inch electrical cord. "Crafters Square" and product number 818261-72 or 818261-75 are located on the guns' packaging.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glue guns and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollartree.com

Product

Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Guns

Imported by

Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.

Distributed by

Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.

Retailers

Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only One $1, and Deal$ stores nationwide from February 2007 through August 2007 for about $1.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →