Recalls / 2008-06-24

Dollar Tree Recalls Glue Guns Due to Fire Hazard

08310 · Recalled 2008-06-24 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Dollar Tree is aware of four incidents in which these glue guns short circuited. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

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

Products

Name	Model	Units
Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Guns		About 470,000

Parties

Importer: Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Distributor: Dollar Tree, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Made in: China
Sold at: Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only One $1, Deal$ from December 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.

Consumer contact

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

Source: CPSC recall 08310. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.