Cuisinart Recall
Conair Recalls 1.7 Million Cuisinart Grill Brushes Over Metal Bristle Ingestion Hazard
Conair has recalled 1.7 million Cuisinart grill brushes after reports that small metal wire bristles broke off and were swallowed by consumers, according to Morning Journal. The loose bristles can cause serious internal injuries if ingested.
The brushes were sold at stores and online retailers across the United States. Owners are urged to stop using them immediately and contact Conair for a refund or store credit, The Press Enterprise reported.
Metal Bristles Breaking Off and Ending Up in Food
The core danger is simple. Wire bristles detach from the brush head during grill cleaning. They then stick to the grill grates. When food is placed on those grates, the bristles can transfer onto the food. A person then swallows the bristle without knowing it, according to OC Register.
Once swallowed, a small metal wire can puncture the mouth, throat, stomach, or intestines. These are serious injuries that may require surgery. The recall covers 1.7 million brushes, making it one of the largest grill-tool recalls in recent memory, Hartford Courant reported.
Which Cuisinart Brushes Are Affected by This Recall
The recalled brushes were sold under the Cuisinart brand name. Conair owns the Cuisinart brand for kitchen and outdoor cooking products. The brushes were available at major retailers nationwide and through online stores, according to Greeley Tribune.
Consumers who own one of these brushes should not try to keep using it, even if it looks fine. Bristles can begin to loosen over time with normal use. The safest step is to set the brush aside and reach out to Conair right away, Daily Camera reported.
How to Get Your Refund From Conair
Conair is offering affected customers a full refund or a store credit. To get one, consumers should contact Conair directly. The company can be reached through its website or by phone, according to Pilot Online.
Consumers should have the brush on hand when they contact Conair, as they may need to confirm the model. Do not throw the brush away before confirming the return process, News-Herald noted.
Wire Grill Brushes Have a Long History of Injuries
This recall is not the first of its kind. Wire grill brushes have been linked to bristle ingestion injuries for years. Doctors and consumer safety groups have warned about the risk for more than a decade. Some hospitals report seeing several bristle-ingestion cases each grilling season, Daily Press reported.
Safety experts suggest switching to grill brushes made with nylon or other non-wire materials. Grill stones and wooden scrapers are also popular alternatives. These options clean grill grates without the risk of loose metal pieces ending up in your food, according to The Trentonian.
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