CPSC, Sears Announce Recall of Glue Gun
USCPSC, Sears Announce Recall of Glue Gun
Reason for Recall / Hazard
These glue guns can overheat, presenting fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled glue guns were sold in Sears Craftsman Instant-On Bonder Kits, and 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 which reads in part, "Craftsman Glue Gun 526.804420" and "Caution: Nozzle and Glue Can Cause Burns."
Affected Products
Craftsman glue guns
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Sears-Announce-Recall-of-Glue-Gun |
| Title | CPSC, Sears Announce Recall of Glue Gun |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/glue-gun.jpeg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Craftsman glue gun |
| Hazards › Name | These glue guns can overheat, presenting fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | CPSC and Sears have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted in order to prevent the possibility of injuries. |
| Products › Name | Craftsman glue guns |
| Products › Type | Tools Miscellaneous |
| Products › Category I D | 2177 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 33,000 |
| Recall I D | 798 |
| Remedies › Name | 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. |
| Retailers › Name | Sears, Orchard Supply and QVC sold the glue guns nationwide, from October 2000 through March 2001, for approximately $20. |
| Recall Date | 2001-05-15T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled glue guns were sold in Sears Craftsman Instant-On Bonder Kits, and 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 which reads in part, "Craftsman Glue Gun 526.804420" and "Caution: Nozzle and Glue Can Cause Burns." |
| Distributors › Name | Sears Roebuck and Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill. |
| Recall Number | 01153 |
| Consumer Contact | 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. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-02-26T00:00:00 |
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