CPSC recall 19-152, announced June 27, 2019, covers Apple 15-inch MacBook Pro laptop computers (about 432,000 units). The batteries in the recalled laptop computers can overheat, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 26 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled laptop computers. Recall contact: call 800-275-2273, or go to www.apple.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Consumers can determine if their laptop computer is included in this recall by checking the laptop's serial number at https://support.apple.com/15-inch-macbook-pro-battery-recall/.
Which products are included?
This recall involves certain Apple 15-inch MacBook Pro laptop computers. The recalled laptop computers have a 15.4-inch (diagonal) display, 2.2-2.5 GHz processors, 256GB-1TB solid-state storage, two Thunderbolt 2 ports, two USB 3 ports, and one HDMI port. Consumers can determine if their laptop computer is included in this recall by checking the laptop's serial number at https://support.apple.com/15-inch-macbook-pro-battery-recall/. The serial number can be found on the underside of the laptop computer or by choosing "About This Mac" from the Apple menu. Only MacBook Pro 15-inch model laptop computers with certain serial numbers are included.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Serial numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the underside of the laptop computer
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- September 2015 through February 2017
- Price paid
- $2,000
Why it was recalled
The batteries in the recalled laptop computers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
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.
Official 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.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 800-275-2273, or go to www.apple.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Apple
- Manufacturer
- Apple Inc., of Cupertino, Calif.
- Recall number
- 19-152
- Units
- About 432,000 (in addition, about 26,000 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Apple stores and electronics stores nationwide, and online at www.apple.com from September 2015 through February 2017 starting at about $2,000.
- Importer
- Apple Inc., of Cupertino, Calif.
- Distributor
- Apple Inc., of Cupertino, Calif.
This recall in context
Compared with the 221 home electronics recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 432,000 units: the 19th-largest of 200 home electronics recalls that state a unit count. The median is 25,950 units.
- Hazard
- Fire: named in 153 of 221 home electronics recalls, the most common hazard among them.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 18 of 221 home electronics recalls. The most common is replacement (64).
- Brand history
- Apple is named in 5 CPSC notices in this index, from 2001 to 2019. This recall is the most recent. The one before: Apple AC adapter kits and plug adapters (16-106, Feb 2016).
- Time on sale
- 18 months. Recalled 28 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
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.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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