A major Cuisinart grill brush recall is affecting nearly 2 million products across the United States after federal safety officials warned that loose metal bristles could end up on food and be swallowed. The recall involves Conair LLC and covers several Cuisinart-branded wire grill brushes sold for years through online retailers and discount stores.
The recall was announced on July 2, 2026, during one of the busiest grilling periods of the year. With Fourth of July cookouts and summer barbecues underway, consumers are being urged to check older grill tools before using them again.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the affected brushes can shed small wire bristles during cleaning. Those bristles may stick to grill grates, transfer to food and create an ingestion hazard. In some cases, swallowed metal bristles can cause serious internal injuries that may require medical treatment or surgery.
What happened in the Cuisinart grill brush recall
Conair is recalling about 1,719,995 Cuisinart metal wire bristle grill brushes. The affected products were sold nationwide from June 2009 through March 2026, meaning many recalled brushes may already be sitting in garages, outdoor kitchens, sheds or patio storage boxes.
According to the official CPSC recall information, Conair has received at least 54 reports and consumer reviews alleging that bristles detached from the brushes. The company is also aware of three reports involving consumers who swallowed metal bristles and needed medical treatment to remove them from the digestive tract or throat.
Why loose grill brush bristles are dangerous
The risk is easy to underestimate because a single wire bristle is small and can be difficult to spot. After a grill is scraped, a loose bristle can remain on the grate. Once food is placed on the surface, the bristle may attach to meat, vegetables or other cooked items without being visible.
That makes this recall different from many product defects. A cracked handle or broken scraper may be obvious, but a detached metal bristle can be hidden until after food is served. The person who swallows it may not even be the person who cleaned the grill.
Full list of recalled Cuisinart grill brush models
The recall includes eight Cuisinart grill brush models. Consumers should check the model number on the packaging, product materials or the brush itself if visible.
- CCB-100 — Triple Bristle Grill Cleaning Brush, sold from 2013 to 2026
- CCB-4125 — 4-in-1 Grill Cleaning Brush with Stainless Steel Wire Bristles, sold from 2022 to 2026
- CCB-5014 — BBQ Grill Cleaning Brush and Scraper, 16.5-inch Stainless Steel, sold from 2009 to 2026
- CCB-6450 — Triple Bristle Grill Brush SS Bristles, sold from 2025 to 2026
- CCB-8012 — 2-In-1 Grill Brush Bristle/Coil, sold from 2025 to 2026
- CCB-4114 — Pizza Stone Cleaning Brush, sold in 2024
- CCB-W2 — Wood Grill Cleaning Brush, 18.5-inch with Pakka Wood Handle, sold from 2024 to 2025
- CSBS-777 — Steam Clean Grill Brush, sold from 2014 to 2025
Grill tool sets that may contain recalled brushes
Consumers should also check Cuisinart grill tool sets, not just brushes purchased individually. Some recalled brushes were included in larger barbecue kits.
- CGS-2010 — Premium Grill 10-Piece Set
- CGS-W13 — 13-Piece Wooden Handle Grill Tool Set
- CGS-5014 — 14-Piece Deluxe Stainless Steel Grill Set
- CGS-5020 — 20-Piece Deluxe Grill Set
This detail is important because many households may remember buying a tool set but not a separate brush. If a grill kit has been stored for years, the brush inside may still be part of the recall.
Where the recalled brushes were sold
The recalled products were sold online through Amazon and Cuisinart’s website. They were also sold in stores including Burlington, TJ Maxx and Ross.
The brushes generally cost between $8 and $20. Since the recall covers products sold over more than 15 years, consumers should not rely only on memory or purchase date. An older brush can still be affected.
What owners should do now
Consumers should stop using the recalled grill brushes immediately. Conair is offering either a full refund or a credit for use at Cuisinart.com.
The online credit option is worth the full refund amount plus an additional 20% of the cash refund amount. Consumers will be asked to discard the recalled brush, but they should follow Conair’s instructions before throwing it away so the claim can be completed correctly.
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How to check your grill area before cooking
If a wire brush was used recently, inspect the grill grate carefully before preparing food. Wipe the cooking surface, look closely for small metal fragments and check areas where residue collects. Loose bristles can be especially difficult to see on dark or charred surfaces.
Households that grill often may want to switch to bristle-free cleaning tools, scraper-style cleaners or grill stones. Replacing worn grill tools before each season can also reduce the chance of hidden debris reaching food.
Why this recall matters for summer cookouts
The timing of the recall increases its importance. Many families use outdoor grills more frequently during the Fourth of July holiday and summer weekends, often after pulling older accessories out of storage.
Product recalls involving everyday household items are sometimes missed because the products feel ordinary and inexpensive. Similar advice has been issued in the Oribe shampoo recall affecting specific lot codes, where consumers were also advised to check product details before continued use.
Quick checklist for consumers
- Check whether your grill brush is Cuisinart-branded.
- Look for one of the eight recalled model numbers.
- Check Cuisinart grill tool sets as well as individual brushes.
- Stop using the brush if it matches the recall list.
- Inspect grill grates for loose metal bristles before cooking.
- Contact Conair for refund or Cuisinart.com credit instructions.
- Do not discard the brush until you follow the recall claim steps.
A recalled grill brush should be treated as a food-safety concern, not just a damaged accessory. Because a loose bristle can be tiny, sharp and hard to see, consumers should remove affected Cuisinart brushes from use before the next barbecue.
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