Weber is recalling more than 3.2 million metal wire-bristle grill brushes. The bristles can break off, get into food and cause serious injuries if swallowed, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. They’ve been sold nationwide since 2011.The CPSC said the small metal wires can detach during cleaning, stick to grill grates and end up in food. If ingested, they can lodge in the throat or digestive tract and cause internal injuries. Weber is aware of dozens of reports of bristles detaching, including cases that required medical treatment.The recall includes the following models:6277 – 12-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2021–2026)6278 – 18-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2021–2026)6463 – 12-inch brush with bamboo handle and metal scraper (sold 2011–2021)6464 – 18-inch brush with bamboo handle and metal scraper (sold 2011–2021)6493 – 21-inch brush with black plastic handle and metal binder (sold 2013–2021)6494 – 12-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2013–2021)The brushes were sold at major retailers nationwide and online for about $10 to $17.Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled brushes and contact Weber for a free replacement. The company is offering a nylon-bristle brush, which does not contain sharp metal wires that can break off and cause internal injuries if swallowed.More information is available on the CPSC website here.Stay Connected With the National Consumer UnitGet clear, actionable consumer reporting delivered across platforms.Follow National Consumer Correspondent Allie Jasinski for real-time updates, money-saving tips and behind-the-scenes reporting on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Weber is recalling more than 3.2 million metal wire-bristle grill brushes. The bristles can break off, get into food and cause serious injuries if swallowed, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. They’ve been sold nationwide since 2011.
The CPSC said the small metal wires can detach during cleaning, stick to grill grates and end up in food. If ingested, they can lodge in the throat or digestive tract and cause internal injuries. Weber is aware of dozens of reports of bristles detaching, including cases that required medical treatment.
The recall includes the following models:
- 6277 – 12-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2021–2026)
- 6278 – 18-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2021–2026)
- 6463 – 12-inch brush with bamboo handle and metal scraper (sold 2011–2021)
- 6464 – 18-inch brush with bamboo handle and metal scraper (sold 2011–2021)
- 6493 – 21-inch brush with black plastic handle and metal binder (sold 2013–2021)
- 6494 – 12-inch brush with black plastic handle (sold 2013–2021)
The brushes were sold at major retailers nationwide and online for about $10 to $17.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled brushes and contact Weber for a free replacement. The company is offering a nylon-bristle brush, which does not contain sharp metal wires that can break off and cause internal injuries if swallowed.
More information is available on the CPSC website here.
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