Nexgrill Recalls Metal Wire Bristle Grill Brushes Due to Ingestion Hazard
Summary
Nexgrill is recalling over 10.2 million metal wire bristle grill brushes due to an ingestion hazard where bristles can detach and cause internal injuries. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled brushes and contact Nexgrill for a refund.
What changed
Nexgrill has issued a recall for approximately 10.2 million metal wire bristle grill brushes due to a serious ingestion hazard. Small metal wires can detach from the brushes and embed in food, posing a risk of internal injury that may require surgery. The recall affects brushes with black plastic or wood handles, measuring 18 to 21 inches long, with specific model numbers including 530-0024, 530-0024G, 530-0034, 530-0039, 530-0041, and 530-0042.
Consumers who own these recalled grill brushes should immediately stop using them and contact Nexgrill for a full refund. The company can be reached toll-free at 800-942-1498 or online via a dedicated recall portal. This recall highlights the critical importance of product safety in consumer goods and the potential severe consequences of manufacturing defects.
What to do next
- Stop using recalled Nexgrill grill brushes.
- Contact Nexgrill at 800-942-1498 or the recall website for a refund.
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Nexgrill Recalls Over 10.2 Million Metal Wire Bristle Grill Brushes Due to Ingestion Hazard; Sold at Home Depot
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Recalled Nexgrill 19-Inch Grill Brush (Model Number 530-0024)
Recalled Nexgrill Grill Brush with Scraper (Model Number 530-0024G)
Recalled Nexgrill Long Handle Grill Brush (Model Number 530-0034)
Recalled Nexgrill Grill Brush and Scraper (Model Number 530-0039)
Recalled Nexgrill Grill Brush with Scrub Pad (Model Number 530-0041)
Recalled Nexgrill Wood Handle Grill Brush (Model Number 530-0042)
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Name of Product: Metal Wire Bristle Grill Brushes Hazard: Small metal wire bristles can detach from the brushes and stick to the grill or food, posing an ingestion hazard and risk of serious internal injuries that could require surgery.
Remedy: Refund Recall Date: March 26, 2026 Units: About 10.2 million
Consumer Contact Nexgrill toll-free at 800-942-1498 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at https://nexgrill.mktpoint.com/recall or www.nexgrill.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Nexgrill metal wire bristle grill brushes with black plastic or wood handles measuring between 18 and 21 inches long. The following model numbers are included in this recall and can be found on the product packaging: 530-0024, 530-0024G, 530-0034, 530-0039, 530-0041, 530-0042. Only the model numbers listed below are part of this recall. The word “Nexgrill” is included on each model.
| Model No. | Brush Description | Brush Picture | Distribution Dates |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 530-0024 | 19-Inch Grill Brush | | 2015-2026 |
| 530-0024G | Grill Cleaning Brush with Scraper | | 2022-2026 |
| 530-0034 | Long Handle Grill Brush | | 2015-2026 |
| 530-0039 | Grill Brush and Scraper | | 2015-2026 |
| 530-0041 | Grill Brush with Scrub Pad | | 2015-2026 |
| 530-0042 | Wood Handle Grill Brush | | 2015-2021 |
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grill brushes and contact Nexgrill for a full refund to be issued as a gift card. Consumers will be provided with a registration code as part of the recall process and will be directed to upload a photograph of their grill brush with that code and their initials to the recall website to register for the recall. After receiving a confirmation email that their registration has been successfully processed, consumers will then receive directions on how to discard of the recalled grill brush.
Incidents/Injuries: Nexgrill is aware of at least 68 reports and reviews where small wire bristles detached from the grill brushes, including five reports of consumers who swallowed metal bristles and sought medical treatment to remove the bristles from their digestive tract or throat.
Sold At: The recalled grill brushes were sold in stores at Home Depot and online at homedepot.com from 2015 through 2026 for between about $5 and $15. Importer(s): Nexgrill Industries, Inc. of Chino, California
Manufactured In: China Recall number: 26-339
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