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.

Recall #: 08310
Affected scope: About 470,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Dollar Tree, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. recalled This recall involves the "Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Gun" with product number "93….

Dollar Tree Recalls Glue Guns Due to Fire Hazard was recalled by Dollar Tree, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. in June 24, 2008. Reason: 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 sto…. Verify recall #08310 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Dollar Tree, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. issued this CPSC recall-The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke. This poses a fire hazard to consumers..

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agency class: June 24, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08310 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product 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.

Reason for recall

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

Remedy, what to do

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

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	08310
Date reported	June 24, 2008
Date initiated	June 24, 2008
Recalling firm	Dollar Tree, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Affected scope	About 470,000
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

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

What should consumers do? ▼

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

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 24, 2008. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 08310.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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