Apple has implemented a battery replacement program for the 13-inch MacBook Pro (non-Touch Bar models)



Apple announced a battery replacement program for the 13-inch MacBook Pro (model without Touch Bar) as "the built-in battery may expand due to a component failure."

13-inch MacBook Pro (without Touch Bar) Battery replacement program - Apple support
https://www.apple.com/jp/support/13inch-macbookpro-battery-replacement/

The problem has been confirmed is the product manufactured between October 2016 and October 2017. Whether or not to be subject to the exchange program can be judged by the serial number of the product,Apple support pageBy entering the serial number in the card, it is possible to check whether it corresponds to the replacement target. You can check the serial number from Apple menu → About this Mac.


In addition, if you are replacing the battery of the 13-inch MacBook Pro that you think is eligible for a fee, you may get a full refund compliance so please contact Apple if you contact us. In addition, this program does not cover the 13-inch MacBook Pro equipped with Touch Bar or the old model of the 13-inch MacBook Pro.

Battery replacement method can be selected from one of the following.

· Apple Authorized Service Provider
· Apple Retail Store
· Delivery repair

In addition, at the time of the exchange procedure, we will conduct an actual machine inspection at Apple and verify whether or not this program is applicable, whether or not the battery is functioning properly, so please be forewarned. Also, it is described that it may take 3 to 5 days to replace the battery.

in Hardware, Posted by darkhorse_log