McDonald's faces class action lawsuit over alleged McRib meat misrepresentation
A class action lawsuit alleges McDonald's misled customers into believing the McRib contains actual pork rib meat.Summary
McDonald's is facing a class action lawsuit accusing the company of misrepresenting the meat content of its McRib sandwich. The lawsuit, filed in Illinois federal court, claims customers believe the McRib contains pork rib meat, like spare or baby back ribs, due to its shape and marketing. Plaintiffs argue they wouldn't have purchased the sandwich or would have paid less if they knew it was made from seasoned boneless pork. McDonald's maintains the McRib is made with 100% pork and that they are transparent about their ingredients, stating the lawsuit “distorts the facts and many of the claims are inaccurate.” The McRib, a limited-time offering first introduced in 1981, has a dedicated fanbase and has been repeatedly removed and added back to the menu, most recently returning in November 2025. The price of the sandwich varies by location, ranging from $3.99 to $7.99.
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