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Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards

Date: January 29, 2008
Company: Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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

Affected Products

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.

Why Was This Recalled?

The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke and catch fire. This poses fire, burn and shock hazards to consumers.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.

Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. has 3 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report