Check Your BBQ Kit: Over 1.7 Million Cuisinart Grill Brush Units Recalled Due to Severe Internal Injury Risk
Your next backyard barbecue could be hiding a dangerous secret if you’re cleaning with a Cuisinart tool. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a massive Cuisinart Grill Brush Recall involving approximately 1.72 million metal wire brushes. The culprit? Wire bristles are detaching from the brush during use, embedding themselves into the grill grates, and making their way into foodβposing a severe threat of internal lacerations if swallowed.
Conair, the distributor of the products, initiated the voluntary recall after receiving at least 54 reports and negative consumer reviews regarding loose bristles. Shockingly, three individuals have already required medical treatment to remove these sharp metal wires from their digestive tracts or throats.
Is Your Grill Brush on the List? Affected Models and Gift Sets
The Cuisinart Grill Brush Recall spans eight specific model numbers sold individually between June 2009 and March 2026 for $8 to $20. The brushes feature the “Cuisinart” logo stamped on the handle and were sold nationwide at major retailers including Amazon, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Burlington, Ross, and the official Cuisinart website.
Check your gear immediately for the following standalone model numbers:
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CCB-100, CCB-4125, CCB-5014, CCB-6450, CCB-8012, CCB-4114, CCB-W2, and CSBS-777
Additionally, these dangerous brushes were included in popular multi-piece BBQ gift sets, so you’ll want to check your inventory if you own any of these:
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Premium Grill 10-Piece Set (CGS-2010)
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13-Piece Wood Handle Grill Set (CGS-W13)
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14-Piece Deluxe Stainless Steel Grill Set (CGS-5014)
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20-Piece Deluxe Grill Set (CGS-5020)
What You Need to Do Next: Stop Using and Get a Refund
If you own any of the affected products, officials urge you to stop using them immediately. Do not take the risk of “just one more clean”βa wire bristle in a burger is a medical emergency waiting to happen.
Conair is offering full refunds to all affected consumers. To claim your refund or verify if your specific tool is part of the Cuisinart Grill Brush Recall, visit the dedicated recall website at recallrtr.com/grillbrushes. Keep your burgers safe and your throat saferβditch the wire brush today.
