More than 4.4 million Metal Wire Bristle Grill Brushes sold at Walmart are being recalled because the small metal wire bristles can detach from the brushes and stick to the grill or food, posing an ingestion hazard and risk of serious injuries that could require surgery.
This recall involves certain Walmart Expert Grill metal wire bristle grill brushes. The brushes have black plastic or stainless-steel handles. Some brushes come with metal scraper attached. The following model numbers are included in this recall and can be found on the product packaging or a sticker/tag attached to the brush:
| Model No. | Brush Description | Brush Photograph | Distribution Dates |
| EX5607031616002 | Expert Grill 16-inch Steel Fiber Scrub Brush and Scraper for Grills |
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January 2025-August 2026 |
| EX5607031616003 | Expert Grill Handheld Steel Fiber Scrub Brush with Ergonomic Handle for Grill Cleaning |  |
January 2025-August 2026 |
| XG1310700206 | Expert Grill 21” 3-head Grill Brush with Stainless Steel Bristles and Soft-Grip Handle |  |
January 2022 to August 2026 |
| XG1136178597003 | Expert Grill Long Handle Grill Brush with Scraper, 17.7” |  |
January 2021 to August 2026 |
| XG1410700124 | Expert Grill Grilling Accessories BBQ Grill Tools Set, 10 Pieces Stainless Steel Grill Kit | 
|
December 2023 to August 2026 |
The brushes were sold online at Walmart and online including Walmart.com from January 2021 through August 2026 for between $1 and $28.
Consumers should stop using the recalled grill brushes immediately and contact Walmart for a full refund or a credit for use at any Walmart store or Walmart.com. Consumers will be asked to return their recalled brushes to Walmart or discard them.
