CPSC2008-06-24
Dollar Tree Recalls Glue Guns Due to Fire Hazard
Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Hazard
The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glue guns and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
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.
Affected count
About 470,000
Injuries reported
Dollar Tree is aware of four incidents in which these glue guns short circuited. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Guns
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Dollar-Tree-Recalls-Glue-Guns-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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