INDIANA — Weber-Stephen Products LLC, in coordination with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has announced a massive voluntary recall of approximately 3.2 million wire grill brushes. The recall follows reports of metal bristles detaching during use, posing a severe risk of ingestion and internal injury to consumers.
The CPSC warned Thursday that the small wire bristles on these brushes can break off and become lodged in grill grates or directly in food. If swallowed, these sharp metal wires can cause serious injuries to the mouth, throat, and digestive tract.
Weber has already received 38 reports of bristles detaching, including four instances where customers required medical intervention—and in some cases, surgery—to remove the metal fragments from their bodies.
Identifying the Recalled Products
The recall spans several models sold between 2011 and 2026 at major retailers, including Lowe’s, Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Target, and Amazon. The brushes, which retailed for $10 to $17, can be identified by their model numbers and physical descriptions:
| Model No. | Description | Distribution Years |
| 6277 | 12” black plastic handle; red ring with Weber logo | 2021–2026 |
| 6278 | 18” black plastic handle; red ring with Weber logo | 2021–2026 |
| 6463 | 12” bamboo handle; silver metal scraper with Weber logo | 2011–2021 |
| 6464 | 18” bamboo handle; silver metal scraper with Weber logo | 2011–2021 |
| 6493 | 21” black plastic handle; black ring and metal binder with logo | 2013–2021 |
| 6494 | 12” black plastic handle; black ring with Weber logo | 2013–2021 |
Immediate Action Required
Safety officials are urging consumers to stop using the affected brushes immediately and dispose of them in the trash. To rectify the issue, Weber is offering a free replacement brush featuring safer nylon bristles.
How to get your replacement:
- Phone: Call Weber at 877-597-9588.
- Online: Visit the dedicated recall site at weberbrushrecall.expertinquiry.com.
“Customer safety is our top priority,” the company stated, emphasizing that users should not attempt to “repair” the wire brushes or continue using them even if they appear intact.
