Dollar Tree · Recalled
Dollar Tree Recalls Glue Guns Due to Fire Hazard
The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 470,000
- Reports
- 4
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $1
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves the "Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Gun" with product number "939701". The gun dispenses hot glue and is intended for craft projects. The glue gun is black with an orange trigger and measures approximately 4 1/2 inches from the back of the gun to the tip. It has a 44-inch electrical cord attached. "Crafters Square" and "939701" are located on the gun's packaging. "DS-010 Glue Gun" is written in raised letters on the handle of the gun.
The file
- Sold at
- Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only One $1, and Deal$ stores nationwide from December 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.
- Product type
- Tools Miscellaneous
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Dollar Tree, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va., Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Incident log
Dollar Tree is aware of four incidents in which these glue guns short circuited. No injuries have been reported.
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 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 JUN 24 2008; last revised MAR 10 2015.