Weber recalls over 3.2M wire grill brushes due to breaking bristles

Feb. 26, 2026, 7:04 p.m. ET

More than 3.2 million metal wire-bristle grill brushes are being recalled by Weber as the bristles could break off and get into people’s food, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said.

Six different models are affected by the recall, with some being sold nationwide since 2011.

The CPSC said some bristles could get stuck to grill grates and end up in people’s food, lodging themselves in individuals’ throats or digestive tracts, potentially causing internal injuries. The agency added that Weber is aware of at least 38 reports of bristles detaching, including four cases that required medical treatment.

The brushes were sold in-store and online for between $10 and $17 at Lowe’s, Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and Target, and online at Amazon and Weber.com. The recalled products have also been found on third-party resale sites, such as eBay.

“Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grill brushes and contact Weber for a cold cleaning nylon bristle grill brush replacement,” the CPSC said. “Consumers will be asked to discard the recalled grill brushes.”

What Weber grill brushes are being recalled?

The recall issued by the CPSC includes the following model numbers, in addition to the years they were sold:

6277, 12-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2021 – 2026)
6278, 18-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2021 – 2026)
6463, 12-inch brush with bamboo handle and metal scraper (sold 2011 – 2021)
6464, 18-inch brush with bamboo handle and metal scraper (sold 2011 – 2021)
6493, 21-inch brush with black plastic handle and metal binder (sold 2013 – 2021)
6494, 12-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2013 – 2021)