4.4 Million Walmart Expert Grill Brushes Recalled Over Ingestion Risk 2026

About 4,477,655 metal wire bristle grill brushes sold under Walmart’s Expert Grill label are being recalled in the United States. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the action on October 1, 2026. Small metal bristles can break off the brushes and end up on the grill or in food, which creates an ingestion hazard.

The recall covers five Expert Grill models sold at Walmart stores and on Walmart.com over nearly six years. If you own a wire bristle grill brush from this brand, the details below will help you check whether it is affected.

• Units: About 4,477,655
• Recall number: 27-010
• Recall date: October 1, 2026
• Sold: January 2021 through August 2026
• Price range: $1 to $28
• Remedy: Refund or Walmart credit
• Injuries reported: None

Recalled Products at a Glance

The recall involves certain Walmart Expert Grill metal wire bristle grill brushes. The brushes have black plastic or stainless-steel handles, and some come with a metal scraper attached. You can find the model number on the product packaging or on a sticker or tag attached to the brush.

The following models are included:

• EX5607031616002: Expert Grill 16-inch Steel Fiber Scrub Brush and Scraper for Grills, distributed January 2025 to August 2026
• EX5607031616003: Expert Grill Handheld Steel Fiber Scrub Brush with Ergonomic Handle for Grill Cleaning, distributed January 2025 to August 2026
• XG1310700206: Expert Grill 21-inch 3-head Grill Brush with Stainless Steel Bristles and Soft-Grip Handle, distributed January 2022 to August 2026
• XG1136178597003: Expert Grill Long Handle Grill Brush with Scraper, 17.7-inch, distributed January 2021 to August 2026
• XG1410700124: Expert Grill Grilling Accessories BBQ Grill Tools Set, 10 Pieces Stainless Steel Grill Kit, distributed December 2023 to August 2026

Note that the tool set is part of the recall. If you own the 10-piece kit, the brush in it is the item of concern, so check the model number on the packaging or tag.

What Triggered the Recall

According to the CPSC, small metal wire bristles can detach from the brushes and stick to the grill surface or to food cooked on it. A person who swallows a bristle could suffer serious internal injuries, and some of those injuries could require surgery.

The danger is easy to miss. Bristles are tiny and can blend into a grill grate or a piece of food, so a person may not see one before eating. That is why the agency is urging people to stop using the brushes right away rather than inspect them first.

No incidents or injuries have been reported so far.

Where Were These Products Sold?

The brushes were sold at Walmart stores and online at Walmart.com from January 2021 through August 2026 for between $1 and $28. The CPSC lists Walmart, Inc. of Bentonville, Arkansas as the importer. The products were manufactured in China.

Because the sales window is long and the brushes are low-priced, many households may own one without remembering where it came from. A brush bought years ago and still kept near the grill could be among the recalled units, so it is worth checking even if you rarely use it.

What Consumers Need to Do Now

Stop using the recalled grill brushes immediately. Put the brush somewhere out of reach, then follow the steps below.

• Find the model number on the packaging or on the sticker or tag attached to the brush and compare it with the list above.
• Contact Walmart to get a full refund or a credit that can be used at any Walmart store or on Walmart.com.
• Return the recalled brush to Walmart or discard it, as Walmart will ask you to do one or the other.

If you recently grilled with one of these brushes, the CPSC notice does not give specific medical guidance. As a general precaution, it is sensible to look over your grill grates and any food you are about to serve for loose bristles. Anyone who believes they may have swallowed a bristle should seek medical attention.

Walmart can be reached toll-free at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday. You can also go online to www.walmart.com/help or corporate.walmart.com/recalls, or visit www.walmart.com and click Product Recalls at the bottom of the page.

From the Agency

The CPSC states that consumers should stop using the recalled grill brushes immediately and contact Walmart for a full refund or a credit. The notice carries recall number 27-010 and lists the remedy as a refund.

Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission-ordered recall or to a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC. If you resell used grilling equipment, make sure none of these models are in your inventory.

Consumers can report a dangerous product or a product-related injury at www.SaferProducts.gov, or call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.