Dollar Tree Stores · Recalled
Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards
The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke and catch fire. This poses fire, burn and shock hazards to consumers.
- Units
- About 253,000
- Reports
- 7
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $1
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The glue guns dispense hot glue and are intended for craft projects. The recalled glue gun is black with a yellow trigger and is approximately 4 1/2 inches from the back of the gun to the tip. Attached is a 44-inch electrical cord. "Crafters Square" and product number 818261-72 or 818261-75 are located on the guns' packaging.
The file
- Sold at
- Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only One $1, and Deal$ stores nationwide from February 2007 through August 2007 for about $1.
- Product type
- Tools Miscellaneous
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va., Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Incident log
Dollar Tree is aware of seven incidents in which these glue guns short circuited resulting in two injuries, including electrical shock and burns.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glue guns and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
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
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 JAN 29 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.