Apple will replace the battery for free in select 2016-2017 MacBook Pros

    Apple will replace the battery for free in select 2016-2017 MacBook Pros

    Apple has released macOS Big Sur 11.2.1 to address an issue that may prevent battery charging in some 2016/2017 MacBook Pro models and has released a support document with more details.

    Apple says that "a very small number of customers" with the 2016 and 2017 models of the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Pro have experienced a problem with the battery, which is unable to charge more than 1%. The battery status indicator on affected laptops indicates “Repair Recommended”.




    To identify your Mac model, click the Apple logo in the upper left corner of the screen and click About This Mac. The following models may be affected by this issue:

    • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
    • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
    • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
    • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
    • MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016)
    • MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2017)

    If your MacBook Pro exhibits this behavior, Apple suggests contacting the company to replace the battery for free. Regardless, Apple will examine the laptop before replacing the battery to certify that it is covered by this issue.


    If your MacBook Pro doesn't have this problem, updating to macOS Big Sur 11.2.1 is still the smartest option, as a precaution. There is also a patch for Catalina (macOS 10.15.7) which prevents the problem.



    add a comment of Apple will replace the battery for free in select 2016-2017 MacBook Pros
    Comment sent successfully! We will review it in the next few hours.