CPSC2019-06-27
Apple Recalls 15-Inch MacBook Pro Laptop Computers Due to Fire Hazard
Apple Inc., of Cupertino, Calif.
Hazard
The batteries in the recalled laptop computers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled laptop computers. Contact Apple to determine if the laptop computer is a part of the recall and to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
Apple stores and electronics stores nationwide, and online at www.apple.com from September 2015 through February 2017 starting at about $2,000.
Affected count
About 432,000 (in addition, about 26,000 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Apple has received 26 reports of the laptop's battery overheating, including five reports of minor burns and one report of smoke inhalation, as well as 17 reports of minor damage to nearby personal property.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
15-inch MacBook Pro laptop computers
Consumer contact
Apple at 800-275-2273 anytime, or online at www.apple.com, click on support, then “15-inch MacBook Pro Battery Recall Program” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Apple-Recalls-15-Inch-MacBook-Pro-Laptop-Computers-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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