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

Recall 09-243 · June 17, 2009 · Wagner Spray Tech

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

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
09-243 (CPSC)
Recall date
June 17, 2009
Brand
Wagner Spray Tech
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Heat Guns
Hazard
Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Units
About 300,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What 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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Heat Guns · About 300,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Major and independent hardware and home improvement stores nationwide from November 2004 through April 2009 for about $40.; Wagner Spray Tech Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received nine reports of the heat guns overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Wagner toll-free at (888) 925-6244 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.wagnerspraytech.com

Recall history and context

Wagner Spray Tech appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all Wagner Spray Tech recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Heat Guns (About 300,000 units). The recalled heat guns emit hot air and are used for paint and flooring removal, defrosting freezers and water lines, bending plastic, hobbies, etc.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and Burn Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

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

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.