Apple Recalls 15-Inch MacBook Pro Laptops Over Battery Overheating Risk
Apple issues a recall for select 15-inch MacBook Pro models due to batteries that overheat and pose safety risks. The company urges customers to stop using affected devices immediately.
Apple recalls an undetermined number of 15-inch MacBook Pro laptops due to a battery issue that causes overheating and poses a safety risk. The company prioritizes customer safety by asking users to stop using the affected devices immediately until they receive a necessary battery replacement.
This recall specifically targets 15-inch MacBook Pro units manufactured between September 2015 and February 2017. Owners easily verify if their laptop is part of this recall by entering their device's serial number on a dedicated Apple support website.
Apple replaces these faulty batteries completely free of charge at Apple Stores, Best Buy locations, or through authorized mail-in services. This safety action follows other recent hardware recalls by the tech giant, including fixes for problematic laptop keyboards and iPhone X FaceID issues.