Home Depot Grill Brush Recall Lawsuit

Eligibility for the Home Depot Grill Brush Recall lawsuit is case-specific. Just purchasing a recalled grill brush doesn’t mean you have an injury claim. To have a case, you’ll generally need evidence that a recalled grill brush was used. You’ll also need to provide evidence linking the Nexgrill Grill Brush to an injury caused by the product.

Over 10.2 million wire-bristle grill brushes were recalled. Six different models were among those recalled. The recalled models were sold in the U.S. from 2015 through 2026.

Recalled Nexgrill Grill Brush Model Numbers

The six recalled model numbers are:

• 530-0024
• 530-0024G
• 530-0034
• 530-0039
• 530-0041
• 530-0042

530-0024 19-Inch Grill Brush

Model number 530-0024 is a 19-inch Nexgrill grill brush. It was distributed from 2015 to 2026.

530-0024G Grill Cleaning Brush with Scraper

Model number 530-0024G is a grill cleaning brush with a scraper. It was sold at Home Depot and online from 2022 to 2026.

530-0034 Long Handle Grill Brush

The Nexgrill model number 530-0034 is a long-handle grill brush. It was distributed and sold from 2015 to 2026.

530-0039 Grill Brush and Scraper

Model number 530-0039 is one of the Nexgrill brushes recalled due to possible safety hazards. It was sold at Home Depot stores and HomeDepot.com from 2015 to 2026.

530-0041 Grill Brush with Scrub Pad

Nexgrill grill brush with a scrub pad, model number 530-0041, is part of the recall. These grill brushes were available through Home Depot from 2015 to 2026.

530-0042 Wood Handle Grill Brush

Model number 530-0042 is a wood-handled grill brush and part of the Nexgrill recall. It was distributed and sold between 2015 and 2021.

The Home Depot Nexgrill Grill Brushes were recalled because metal bristles could break off from the brush. If this occurs, the metal bristle could remain on the grill. It could transfer to food. A person could then swallow the sharp piece without seeing it.

Metal Bristles May Detach From the Brush

The grill brush is made of many metal bristles. These bristles may detach from the grill brush.

Loose Bristles May Stick to the Grill or Food

Once the metal bristles detach from the grill brush, they may stick to the grill. Loose bristles may come into contact with food being prepared on the grill. They can then stick to food, posing a potential hazard.

Swallowed Bristles May Cause Throat or Digestive Tract Injuries

Metal bristles are thin and sharp. If they stick to food, a person might swallow them without realizing it. If the bristles are swallowed, they can lodge in the mouth, throat, stomach, intestines, or other tissue.

Sometimes, injuries might require medical attention to find and remove the bristle. Some cases may involve internal injury or require surgery.

Nexgrill was allegedly aware of reports and reviews that involved small wire bristles detaching from the recalled brushes. Some of those reports involved people who supposedly swallowed metal bristles and sought medical care to have them removed from their throat or digestive tract.

These reports are part of the product recall record. However, they do not establish responsibility for the injuries reported.

Reports of Consumers Swallowing Metal Bristles

The CPSC identified five reports of consumers who allegedly swallowed metal bristles and sought medical treatment. The reported injuries involved attempts to remove the bristles from the throat or digestive tract.

If you believe you swallowed a bristle, medical records may be important to show what happened and what treatment you received.

Medical Treatment and Possible Surgical Removal

The type of medical treatment depends on where the bristle is located and whether it caused damage. Sometimes, removal is a simple procedure. If the bristle is stuck in soft tissue, it may require surgery to remove it.

The recalled grill brushes were sold at Home Depot stores and online at HomeDepot.com. They were sold from 2015 to 2026. The various models were sold for $5 to $15.

Sold at Home Depot Stores

Physical Home Depot stores are the retail seller mentioned in the recall. If you purchased a Nexgrill brush at a Home Depot store, check your records to identify the model and purchase date.

Sold Online at HomeDepot.com

The recalled products were also sold online at HomeDepot.com. If you purchased a brush online, your account history or order confirmation may help establish the purchase. Save a copy if you can.

Sold From 2015 through 2026

The sales period for the recalled grill brushes lasted from 2015 to 2026. This means that some people may have purchased the grill brush several years before the recall. A purchase from several years ago doesn’t automatically mean you can’t file a claim. Legal deadlines vary. Speak to an attorney who can review timing and facts for you.

If you own any of the recalled Home Depot grill brushes, stop using it. Follow the official recall instructions, which include contacting Nexgrill for a refund. If any injuries occurred, gather and preserve any evidence that might be useful if you find you may have a legal case.

Stop Using the Brush

Do not continue using a recalled metal wire-bristle grill brush. Stop using the recalled brush, even if you are not aware of any related injuries.

Register With Nexgrill for the Recall Refund

Nexgrill is offering a full refund for the recalled grill brushes. The recall provides a full refund. You will need to register your purchase. Once it is registered, you’ll get instructions on how to dispose of the brush.

Keep the Brush, Photos, Packaging, Receipts, and Medical Records

If you believe the recalled brush caused an injury, documentation is important. Take photographs of the brush and note the model number. Keep receipts or purchase records, medical records, bills, imaging reports, or other documents related to the injury.

Some evidence can help show what product was involved, what happened, and what medical care was performed. Useful evidence might include:

• Home Depot receipts or online order records
• Credit card statements
• Photos of the grill brush
• Photos of the model number
• Packaging or product labels
• Medical and emergency room records
• Imaging and endoscopy reports
• Surgical records
• Medical bills
• Photos of the food or grill
• Statements from people who saw what happened

Proof of Purchase or Home Depot Account Records

A receipt can help show where and when the grill brush was purchased. If you don’t have the paper receipt, check your Home Depot account, email, credit card statements, or other purchase records.

Photos of the Grill Brush and the Model Number

Taking clear photos can help identify the product. Take a picture of the handle, brush head, model number, packaging, and any other identifying marks.

Medical Records Showing Bristle Ingestion or Removal

Medical records may help provide important evidence if someone has a recalled Home Depot grill brush lawsuit for a bristle-related injury. Gather any records that you may have related to treating the injury. This includes emergency room records, X-rays, CT scans, endoscopy reports, surgical notes, discharge papers, and medical bills.

Photos, Food Evidence, Witnesses, and Timeline Details

While the event is still fresh, write down everything you can remember. Record when the grill brush was used, what food was cooked, when it was eaten, when symptoms started, when you sought medical care, and what the doctors found. If anyone else saw the brush or the meal being prepared, write down their names and contact information.

A lawyer may consider different types of claims after reviewing an alleged injury involving a recalled grill brush. A potential legal claim depends on the facts and the law in the state where the claim is brought.

Product Defect Claims

A person may be able to file a product defect claim by alleging the grill brush was unsafe because the bristles could detach during use. Whether this claim applies depends on the product, the evidence, applicable law, and other facts.

Failure to Warn Claims

A failure-to-warn claim alleges that consumers were not given enough information about the risk of bristles possibly breaking loose and entering food. Whether a warning is legally enough is a case-specific question.

Negligence Claims

A negligence claim focuses on product issues. It considers possible flaws in its design, testing, warnings, quality control, or the response to a known safety concern. A lawyer would need to review the facts before determining if this type of claim might apply.

Retailer and Manufacturer Responsibility

Manufacturers and retailers can play very different roles in selling a product. That doesn’t mean either party is liable for an injury. Responsibility depends on evidence, the product involved, and any applicable laws.

A recall refund and an injury claim are different. A recall refund addresses only the purchase of the recalled product. A potential injury claim is concerned with losses that may be the result of an alleged injury.

What the Recall Refund Covers

Nexgrill has offered a refund for the recalled products. It’s a full refund for the actual price paid. Once consumers complete the recall registration process, they can receive a full refund.

What an Injury Claim May Seek to Recover

Injury claims may seek damages for documented losses, depending on the facts and applicable laws. Possible losses may include medical bills, lost wages, follow-up treatment, pain, and other effects from the injury. This is case-specific, and no specified amount of compensation is guaranteed.

Why Accepting a Refund May Not Address Medical Injuries

Product refunds only compensate for the purchase of the recalled product. They are not meant to address any injuries that may have occurred due to the product. Refunds do not address medical expenses, lost income, pain, surgery, or other losses associated with alleged injuries.

Swallowing a metal bristle doesn’t always result in a serious injury. However, if ingested, sharp wire bristles can lodge in various parts of the body. If they do, they may require medical treatment. Some research suggests an increase in wire-bristle injury cases in the US in recent years.

Throat Injuries

There is a chance that if a wire bristle is swallowed, it could become lodged in the throat. This might cause pain when swallowing. Or the person may feel like there is something stuck in their throat.

Others may feel pain or like they are choking. In some instances, the person may express difficulty breathing or swallowing. Doctors who discover wire bristles lodged in a person’s throat must work to dislodge them.

Mouth or Tongue Injuries

A loose bristle can cause a cut or puncture in the mouth or tongue. Some people might notice it immediately. Others may swallow the bristle before realizing it was in their food.

Stomach or Digestive Tract Injuries

Once food containing a wire bristle is swallowed, it can move past the throat. It can then become lodged somewhere along the digestive tract, including in the stomach. Depending on where the bristle lodges, a person might feel abdominal pain. They may need imaging, endoscopy, or another medical evaluation to find the bristle.

Internal Puncture, Infection, or Surgery

A sharp wire can potentially puncture tissue if it becomes lodged in the body. In severe cases, a person may suffer an internal puncture injury. This can increase the risk of infection and the need for surgery to remove the bristle.

A lawyer can assess information to determine if you might have a potential injury claim. They will review recall information, product evidence, medical records, purchase history, and other facts.

An initial interview can help determine if the facts support a claim. It doesn’t guarantee that a lawsuit can be filed or that any compensation will be obtained.

Confirm Whether Your Brush is Part of the Recall

You’ll need the model number of the Nexgrill brush you purchased. A lawyer will usually start by verifying if it is one of the recalled brushes. They may also look at the brush’s appearance, purchase location, purchase date, and any product records.

Preserve Evidence Before the Brush is Discarded

Evidence may be harder to find once the brush has been thrown away. If you feel you were injured, photograph the brush and its packaging. Discuss evidence preservation with a lawyer before taking further steps.

Review Medical Records and Injury Details

Medical records can show what doctors found and how they treated the alleged injury. A legal review may consider things like the location of the bristle, the diagnosis, imaging, removal method, complications, treatment costs, and any ongoing medical needs.

Evaluate Potential Claims Against Responsible Parties

A lawyer can review facts to see if they support a claim against a manufacturer, retailer, or other potential responsible party. Whether any party may be legally responsible depends on the specific facts and state law.

If you believe you or someone you love swallowed a metal bristle from a recalled Nexgrill grill brush sold at Home Depot, you may want a lawyer to review the details. A potential lawsuit may depend on the model of brush, medical records, proof of purchase, timing of the injury, and laws that apply to your possible case.

Free consultations are available for those who believe a recalled grill brush injured them. Request a free consultation today to discuss what happened and learn whether your facts may support a potential claim.