High risk Recalled March 5, 2001 About 234,000 units Updated February 2, 2026

CPSC, McDonald's Announce Recall of "Scooter Bug" Happy Meal Toys

Toys & playToddlerPreschoolBig kidChoking

The hazard

The bug's antenna can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents reported: McDonald's has received two reports of children choking and one report of a child gagging on the broken off antenna.

What to do now

Parents should take the toy away from children immediately and return the toy to any McDonald's restaurant for a replacement toy.

Contact: For more information, consumers should visit McDonald's website at www.mcdonalds.com. Questions about this recall should be directed to CPSC's hotline at (800) 638-2772.

About this recall

The Scooter Bug toy is about 3 inches long and 2-1/2 inch wide. When rolled across the floor, the bug's legs move back and forth. The bug has a yellow face with red antennas, orange feet and a purple body with green spots. The words "Fisher Price" are on the top of the toy. The words "MFG.FOR MCD CORP.CHINA" are on the rear of the toy.

Product photos

Recalled McDonald's Happy Meal toy
Recalled McDonald's Happy Meal toy

Photos: U.S. CPSC