Nexgrill recalls 10.2 million grill brushes after wire bristles found in food, throats

WASHINGTON — Nexgrill Industries is recalling more than 10.2 million metal wire bristle grill brushes after reports that small bristles detached from the brushes, stuck to grills and food, and were swallowed by consumers, in some cases requiring medical intervention to remove the bristles from their throats or digestive tracts.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall Thursday. It covers six models of Nexgrill-branded brushes sold at Home Depot stores and on homedepot.com from 2015 through 2026.

Nexgrill is aware of at least 68 reports of bristles detaching from the brushes, including five cases in which consumers swallowed metal bristles and sought medical treatment.

The recall covers metal wire bristle grill brushes with black plastic or wood handles measuring between 18 and 21 inches long. The six affected model numbers — printed on the product packaging — are 530-0024, 530-0024G, 530-0034, 530-0039, 530-0041 and 530-0042. All carry the Nexgrill name on the product. The brushes sold for between about $5 and $15.

Consumers who aren’t sure whether their brush is affected should check the model number on the original packaging, if available.

Consumers should stop using the recalled brushes immediately, the CPSC said.

Refunds will be issued as a Nexgrill gift card. Owners must contact the company to obtain a registration code, then visit the recall website and upload a photo of their brush along with the code and their initials. After receiving a confirmation email, consumers will be given instructions on how to properly discard the brush.

The CPSC advises consumers not to throw the brushes away before completing the registration process, as a photo of the product is required.

Wire bristle grill brush injuries are not unique to Nexgrill. In February, Weber recalled 3.2 million grill brushes for the same hazard. The CPSC and health officials have warned about the hazard for years, noting that detached bristles are difficult to see on grill grates and can easily transfer to food. Once ingested, the thin metal wires can embed in the mouth, throat or gastrointestinal tract. Injuries sometimes require endoscopy or surgery to address.

For more information or to register for the recall, consumers can contact Nexgrill Industries, based in Chino, California, or visit the CPSC recall page. The recall number is 26-339.