Sears · Recalled
CPSC, Sears Announce Recall of Glue Gun
These glue guns can overheat, presenting fire and burn hazards to consumers.
- Units
- About 33,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $20
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled glue guns were sold in Sears Craftsman Instant-On Bonder Kits, and included glue sticks, a silicone mat, and a black plastic case. The glue gun is black with a red trigger, and bears the Craftsman logo on one side. The other side has a label which reads in part, "Craftsman Glue Gun 526.804420" and "Caution: Nozzle and Glue Can Cause Burns."
The file
- Sold at
- Sears, Orchard Supply and QVC sold the glue guns nationwide, from October 2000 through March 2001, for approximately $20.
- Product type
- Tools Miscellaneous
- Made in
- Not stated
- Recalled by
- Sears Roebuck and Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Incident log
CPSC and Sears have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted in order to prevent the possibility of injuries.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the glue guns immediately and return them to the place of purchase or their nearest Sears store, for a full refund.
For more information, consumers can call Sears toll-free at (866) 222-0016 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAY 15 2001; last revised FEB 26 2026.