Recall: Weber Grill Brushes – Serving a Surprise Side of Metal Wire Since 2011
If you own a Weber grill brush — and statistically speaking, there’s a decent chance you do — stop what you’re doing and check your garage. Weber has officially recalled over 3.2 million metal wire bristle grill brushes due to a serious ingestion hazard, and this is not the kind you want to scroll past.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall on February 26, 2026. Six different brush models are affected, some of which have been sitting in backyards and garages since 2011. That’s a long time for a potentially dangerous product to fly under the radar.
Why the Weber Grill Brush Recall Happened
Here’s the problem: the small metal wire bristles on these brushes can detach during use. Once loose, they can stick to your grill grates — and eventually end up in your food. If swallowed, these tiny wire fragments can lodge themselves in your throat or digestive tract, potentially causing serious internal injuries that require surgery.
Weber is already aware of at least 38 reported incidents involving detached bristles. Four of those cases required medical treatment to remove the bristles from consumers’ throats or digestive tracts. That’s four people who went to a hospital because of a grill brush. Let that sink in.
Which Weber Brush Models Are Included
The recall covers six specific model numbers. Check your brush for the model number on the product packaging, or check out the images on Weber’s site, listed below. The recalled models are:
- Model 6277 — 12-inch brush with black plastic handle and red ring (sold 2021–2026)
- Model 6278 — 18-inch brush with black plastic handle and red ring (sold 2021–2026)
- Model 6463 — 12-inch brush with bamboo handle and silver metal scraper (sold 2011–2021)
- Model 6464 — 18-inch brush with bamboo handle and silver metal scraper (sold 2011–2021)
- Model 6493 — 21-inch brush with black plastic handle, black ring, and metal binder (sold 2013–2021)
- Model 6494 — 12-inch brush with black plastic handle and black ring (sold 2013–2021)
Only these model numbers are included in the recall. If yours isn’t on this list, you’re in the clear — for now. But it’s still worth a look.
Where Were These Brushes Sold?
These brushes were widely available. They were sold in-store at major retailers, including Lowe’s, Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and Target, as well as online through Amazon and Weber.com. Prices ranged from $10 to $17, which means millions of households could have one tucked away in a drawer or hanging off the side of a grill cart.
The recalled brushes have also turned up on resale platforms like eBay. So even if you bought yours secondhand, it’s absolutely worth checking the model number.
What to Do If You Own a Recalled Weber Brush
Stop using it immediately. Seriously — do not use it to clean your grill, not even one more time.
Here’s what to do next:
- Stop using the brush — no exceptions
- Contact Weber to arrange your free replacement. They’ll send you a cold cleaning nylon-bristle grill brush as a substitute
- Discard the recalled brush after Weber confirms your replacement request
You can reach Weber through the following channels:
- Phone: Call Weber toll-free at 877-597-9588, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
- Online: Visit weberbrushrecall.expertinquiry.com or head to weber.com and look for the “Recall Notice” link at the bottom of the page
The replacement process is straightforward, and Weber is covering the cost. There’s genuinely no reason to hold onto a recalled brush when a free, safer alternative is available.
Why This Recall Matters More Than Most
Product recalls happen all the time, and it’s easy to develop a bit of recall fatigue. But this one is different. The hazard isn’t hypothetical — people have already been hurt. Wire bristles are small, nearly invisible, and completely tasteless. You could unknowingly consume one without realizing it until something goes very wrong internally.
The brushes affected by this recall were sold over a span of 15 years. A brush that’s been sitting in your shed since 2013 is just as much of a risk today as one purchased last year. Age doesn’t make it safer — if anything, older brushes may have more wear and a higher likelihood of bristle detachment.
It’s also worth noting that this recall covers products sold at some of the most widely visited retail chains in the country. The sheer volume — 3.2 million units — means there are a lot of these brushes still in circulation. Chances are, someone you know has one.
The Bottom Line on the Weber Recall
Check your grill brush. Check the model number. If it matches any of the six recalled models, set it aside and contact Weber today. The replacement brush is free, the process is simple, and it could genuinely prevent a serious injury.
Backyard grilling is one of life’s better simple pleasures. A wire bristle ending up in someone’s food is decidedly not. Take two minutes, verify your brush model, and make the call if needed. Your digestive tract will thank you.
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