Apple has determined that, in a limited number of 13-inch MacBook Pro (non Touch Bar) units, a component may fail causing the built-in battery to expand. This is not a safety issue and Apple will replace eligible batteries, free of charge. Affected units were manufactured between October 2016 and October 2017 and eligibility is determined by the product serial number.
Eligibility
Use the serial number checker to see if your device qualifies for this program. If your 13-inch MacBook Pro (non Touch Bar) has an eligible serial number, Apple will replace the battery, free of charge.
This program does not affect 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar or older 13-inch MacBook Pro models.
Replacement Process
Choose one of the service options below to have your battery replaced. Your 13-inch MacBook Pro will be examined prior to any service to verify that it is eligible for this program and in working order. Service may take 3-5 days.
- Book an appointment by calling a Service Center near you.
- Reach out to our Facebook Pages: iStore At Your Service or Switch At Your Service.
To prepare your MacBook Pro for service, please backup your data.
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