Walmart has recalled about 4.4 million Expert Grill Brushes with small metal wire bristles that can detach and stick to the grill or food. No injuries were reported, but people who swallow these wires may need emergency medical attention..
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Information About the Walmart Grill Brush Recall
- Recalled by: Walmart, Inc.
- Product: Expert Grill Brushes with metal wire bristles (5 model numbers)
- Recall date: October 1, 2026
- Number of units affected: About 4,477,655
- Hazard: Metal wire bristles can detach and stick to the grill or food. People can swallow the wires and require emergency treatment or surgery to remove the wires from their throat or digestive system. Intestinal perforation could be life-threatening.
- Injuries reported: No injuries reported at the time of the recall
- Sold: Walmart stores and Walmart.com, January 2021 through August 2026
- Official source: CPSC recall notice
Walmart Recalls 4.4 Million Wire Bristle Grill Brushes
In October 2026, Walmart recalled about 4,477,655 Expert Grill Brushes with metal wire bristles that were sold exclusively at Walmart stores and online at Walmart.com.
A grill brush is used to scrape debris off the cooking grate during grilling. According to the CPSC, those small wire bristles can detach from the brush and “stick to the grill or food.”
The recall describes this as an “ingestion hazard.” In other words, people who accidentally swallow a metal wire from a grill brush could suffer serious injuries or require surgery.
Which Grill Brushes Are Recalled?
The recall invovles five models of Expert Grill Brushes, all with different designs. Consumers can find the model number on the packaging, on a sticker, or tag attached to the brush. The following models are affected by the recall:
- EX5607031616002 — 16-inch Steel Fiber Scrub Brush and Scraper for Grills (January 2025 to August 2026)
- EX5607031616003 — Handheld Steel Fiber Scrub Brush with Ergonomic Handle (January 2025 to August 2026)
- XG1310700206 — 21” 3-head Grill Brush with Stainless Steel Bristles and Soft-Grip Handle (January 2022 to August 2026)
- XG1136178597003 — Long Handle Grill Brush with Scraper, 17.7” (January 2021 to August 2026)
- XG1410700124 — 10 Piece Stainless Steel BBQ Grill Tools Set (December 2023 to August 2026)
Where Were They Sold?
The recalled grill brushes were sold at Walmart stores and online, including Walmart.com, from January 2021 through August 2026 for between $1 and $28.
What Should I Do?
Stop using the grill brushes and contact Walmart for a full refund or a store credit that can be used at any Walmart store or Walmart.com.
To learn more, contact Walmart at 800-925-6278, open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Further details (including photos of the recalled products) are on Walmart’s recall page and the CPSC recall.
Recall Follows Other Wire Bristle Grill Brush Recalls This Year
The recall from Walmart follows several similar recalls in 2026. In July, Conair recalled 1,719,995 Cuisinart grill brushes, and then later announced an expanded recall in August for a total of 3,625,800 brushes.
Conair said it was aware of at least 54 reports of detached wire bristles, including 3 consumers who swallowed metal wire bristles and had to get medical treatment or surgery to remove the wires from their digestive tract or throat.
Nexgrill also recalled over 10.2 million metal wire bristle grill brushes that were sold at Home Depot.
Legal Help for Grill Brush Injury Victims in Texas
Texans who were injured after accidentally swallowing a metal wire bristle that detached from a recalled grill brush may have legal options. Our Texas lawyers can review what happened, who sold and imported the brush, and what steps may be available to you.
Time limits apply to injury claims, so do not wait to talk with a Texas product liability lawyer. Victims may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
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