The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·01153·Announced 2001-05-15

Craftsman glue guns recalled due to overheating fire and burn hazards

Sears is recalling about 33,000 Craftsman glue guns sold nationwide from October 2000 to March 2001 because they can overheat, posing fire and burn risks.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire and burn hazards) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Sears is recalling approximately 33,000 Craftsman glue guns sold in the United States from October 2000 through March 2001. The recalled items were sold in Sears Craftsman Instant-On Bonder Kits, which included glue sticks, a silicone mat, and a black plastic case. The glue gun is black with a red trigger and bears the Craftsman logo on one side. The other side has a label reading in part, "Craftsman Glue Gun 526.804420" and "Caution: Nozzle and Glue Can Cause Burns."

The recall was initiated because the glue guns can overheat, presenting fire and burn hazards to consumers. CPSC and Sears have not received any reports of injuries; the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

The glue guns were sold nationwide by Sears, Orchard Supply, and QVC for approximately $20. Consumers should stop using the glue guns immediately and return them to the place of purchase or their nearest Sears store for a full refund. For more information, consumers can call Sears toll-free at (866) 222-0016 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Craftsman glue guns
Category
Consumer Product — Tools
Hazard
Affected units
33,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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