Overview
- The 45-page class-action complaint was filed December 23, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois by four named plaintiffs from California, New York, Illinois and Washington, D.C.
- Plaintiffs allege the McRib contains no rib meat and is a restructured pork patty shaped like ribs, citing cuts such as shoulder, heart, tripe and scalded stomach, along with survey and pricing data to claim consumer deception.
- McDonald’s says the lawsuit is inaccurate and states the sandwich is made with 100% boneless pork, with a spokesperson denying the use of hearts, tripe or scalded stomach.
- The company’s website describes the item as seasoned boneless pork formed into a pork patty with barbecue sauce, onions and pickles, and the suit claims limited-time promotions contributed to a price premium as high as $7.89.
- The case is in early stages with no rulings reported, as plaintiffs seek nationwide class certification plus damages, restitution and injunctive relief.