This issue is not present on older 13-inch MacBook Pro models or the 13-inch MacBook Pros with Touch Bar.Īpple says that the servicing may take 3-5 working days. If you are eligible, Apple will replace the battery of your MacBook Pro free of cost. To find your MacBook's serial number, click on the Apple logo in the Menu Bar and select 'About this Mac', scroll to the bottom of the information window to get the serial number. To check if your MacBook Pro is eligible for this, you will need to enter in your MacBook Pro's serial number on Apple's support page and hit submit. '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,' said Apple on its support page.Īccording to Apple, the affected laptops were manufactured between October 2016 and October 2017.
