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Apple Offering Repair Program for MacBook Bottom Case Defects

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Apple last week announced a new worldwide repair program covering recent MacBook users against a defect that could cause the rubber surface on the bottom of some units to separate from the hard plastic case. Under the program, Apple will replace the bottom case of any affected machine free of charge for up to two years from the date of purchase.

Apple has determined that under certain circumstances the rubber surface on some MacBooks may separate from the bottom case of the system. MacBooks shipped between October 2009 and April 2011 may experience this issue.

Apple will replace the bottom case of any affected MacBook, free of charge, that exhibits the issue.

Apple offers several options for replacement, including assisted service at the company's retail stores or authorized third-party service providers, as well as a self-install option under which Apple will send any affected user a kit containing the replacement bottom case, screws, a screwdriver, and instructions for replacing the case.

While the program currently provides coverage for two years from the date of purchase, Apple does indicate that it will continue to evaluate repair data and may extend the coverage as needed.

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AndyK Avatar
194 months ago
I'm a UK poster (the one above yours) and I didn't have any issues with the skrews or driver. If you you angle them slightly they just glide in. The reason for the letter, is that will be the standard letter that goes out on standard repairs. The nature of this repair is just different since it's a "mass recall" type, just ignore it. My document booklet had a different code at the bottom (at the bottom of the last page for proof of collection & on the reverse) but the format was the same, so I would imagine these could be unique to the client.

I arranged my pick up from UPS the same day that I received the kite & they came and got it that day as well.

I think you're being a little overly critical (maybe).
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