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CPSC recall · Reported June 17, 2009

Wagner Spray Tech Recalls Heat Guns Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

An electrical component failure inside the heat guns can cause them to continue to produce heat after the power switch is turned off. This can melt the heat gun's plastic exterior…

Recall #
09243
Affected scope
About 300,000
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Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. recalled The recalled heat guns emit hot air and are used for paint and flooring removal, defrosti… - a moderate-severity action.

Wagner Spray Tech Recalls Heat Guns Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled by Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. in June 17, 2009. Reason: An electrical component failure inside the heat guns can cause them to continue to produce heat after the pow…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat guns and contact Wagner for a f…. Verify recall #09243 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-An electrical component failure inside the heat guns can cause them to continue to produce heat after the pow….

Moderate
severity level
June 17, 2009
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09243 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09243) was formally reported on June 17, 2009. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 300,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: An electrical component failure inside the heat guns can cause them to continue to produce heat after the power switch is turned off. This can melt the heat gun's plastic exterior, causing a burn if the heat gun is touc… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat guns and contact Wagner for a free replacement product. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 4 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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 300,000

Related Recalls

6

4 from same agency

Product description

The recalled heat guns emit hot air and are used for paint and flooring removal, defrosting freezers and water lines, bending plastic, hobbies, etc. Recalled models include the Milwaukee Heat Gun MHT3300, ACE HT3500 Heat Gun, and the Wagner Heat Gun HT3500 with date codes V300R through Z365R and A001R through A111R. The heat gun's name and model number are located on a black label on the bottom of the heat gun's barrel. The date code is stamped into the bottom of the handle near the power cord. The heat guns are black or yellow plastic and measure about 10 inches long, 8 inches high and 3 inches wide.

Reason for recall

An electrical component failure inside the heat guns can cause them to continue to produce heat after the power switch is turned off. This can melt the heat gun's plastic exterior, causing a burn if the heat gun is touched and ignite nearby combustibles, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat guns and contact Wagner for a free replacement product.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 09243
Date reported June 17, 2009
Date initiated June 17, 2009
Recalling firm Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Affected scope About 300,000
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 heat guns and contact Wagner for a free replacement product.

  • Check the recall number (09243) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled heat guns emit hot air and are used for paint and flooring removal, defrosting freezers and water lines, bending plastic, hobbies, etc. Recalled models include the Milwaukee Heat Gun MHT3300, ACE HT3500 Heat Gun, and the Wagner Heat Gun HT3500 with date codes V300R through Z365R and A001R through A111R. The heat gun's name and model number are located on a black label on the bottom of the heat gun's barrel. The date code is stamped into the bottom of the handle near the power cord. The heat guns are black or yellow plastic and measure about 10 inches long, 8 inches high and 3 inches wide.. Recalled by Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.. Units affected: About 300,000.
Why was this product recalled?
An electrical component failure inside the heat guns can cause them to continue to produce heat after the power switch is turned off. This can melt the heat gun's plastic exterior, causing a burn if the heat gun is touched and ignite nearby combustibles, posing fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat guns and contact Wagner for a free replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 17, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09243.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09243) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 17, 2009. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.