Following the release of macOS Big Sur 11.2.1 with bug fixes that could charge the MacBook Pro battery, Apple has just announced that the company will be charging the 2016 and 2017 MacBook Pro batteries that will not charge more than 1 , will replace for free. %.
According to a new support article published on Apple’s website, a small number of MacBook Pro users have experienced a problem that the battery does not charge more than 1%. Apple says that the affected devices will display the message “Recommended service” in the battery menu when running macOS Big Sur 11.2.1 or the latest additional update of macOS Catalina 10.15.7.
If MacOS indicates that you require battery service, Apple will replace it for free.
If you show this behavior of 2016 or 2017 MacBook Pro, contact Apple to have your battery replaced for free. Your computer will be inspected prior to service to verify that it is eligible for the free battery replacement.
This issue only applies to 2016 and 2017 MacBook Pro models:
- 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 inches, 2016)
- MacBook Pro (15 inches, 2017)
To check the battery health of your Mac, go to the System System Preferences app and click on the Battery option, select Battery in the sidebar and click on Battery Health. Hold down Macs with MacOS Catalina, hold down the Option key, and click the battery icon in the menu bar to display the battery status menu.
If your Mac is eligible for the application, you must contact Apple to take it to an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider.
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