WALMART RECALLS MILLIONS OF METAL WIRE BRISTLE GRILL BRUSHES OVER INGESTION HAZARD
Walmart has issued a massive recall for approximately 4.48 million metal wire bristle grill brushes and grill tool sets due to a serious ingestion hazard.
Key Details of the Recall
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The Hazard: Small metal wire bristles can detach from the brushes and stick to grilled food or the grill surface itself, posing a risk of internal injuries that could require surgery.
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Affected Products: Certain Walmart Expert Grill brushes and 10-piece tool kits featuring black plastic or stainless-steel handles (including models EX5607031616002, EX5607031616003, XG1310700206, XG1136178597003, and XG1410700124).
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Timeline & Pricing: The items were sold at Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com between January 2021 and August 2026 for prices ranging from $1 to $28.
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Incidents: Fortunately, no injuries have been reported to date.
What Consumers Should Do
Customers who purchased any of the recalled items should stop using them immediately. You can contact Walmart toll-free at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit Walmart Recalls to request a full refund or store credit. Consumers will be instructed to either return the product to Walmart or discard it safely.
