iPhone 6s Battery Replacement Program
Apple has determined that a very small number of iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus devices may unexpectedly shut down. This is not a safety issue and only affects devices within a limited serial number range manufactured between September and October 2015. Apple will replace the battery in affected iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus devices free of charge.
By RecallRadar Editorial Team
Sourced from Apple. Last reviewed March 4, 2026.
This is a minor issue or quality improvement program.
✨ Plain-English Summary
Some iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus devices manufactured between September and October 2015 may shut down unexpectedly due to a battery issue. Apple is offering free battery replacements for affected devices within a specific serial number range. This is not a safety concern. (Estimated repair/replacement value: $50-100 if not covered by recall program)
Is This Recall Still Active?
Status: No - Expired
This recall is no longer active. You can still review details here for historical reference and confirmation.
Source & Verification
This page summarizes the official notice and keeps key facts easy to verify.
- Official source
- Apple
- Announced by source
- November 21, 2016
- Last reviewed by RecallRadar
- March 4, 2026
What You Should Do
- 1Check if your iPhone 6s or 6s Plus was manufactured between September and October 2015 by going to Settings > General > About and noting your serial number
- 2Visit Apple's official website or contact Apple Support to verify if your device's serial number falls within the affected range
- 3Schedule a service appointment at an Apple Store or authorized service provider if your device is eligible
- 4Bring your device to the appointment for a free battery replacement
This program has ended. The official source page may no longer be available.
What's Being Recalled
Full details from the recall report.
Apple has determined that a very small number of iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus devices may unexpectedly shut down. This is not a safety issue and only affects devices within a limited serial number range manufactured between September and October 2015. Apple will replace the battery in affected iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus devices free of charge.
Who's Affected
Specific models and identifiers listed in the source notice:
Model #1
iPhone 6s
Model #2
iPhone 6s Plus
| # | Model |
|---|---|
| 1 | iPhone 6s |
| 2 | iPhone 6s Plus |
Technical model codes are manufacturer identifiers. Match both the product name and model code from your device settings, label, or packaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my apple device affected?
Check the affected models section on this page. The official notice currently lists iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus.
What is the remedy for this recall?
1. Check if your iPhone 6s or 6s Plus was manufactured between September and October 2015 by going to Settings > General > About and noting your serial number 2. Visit Apple's official website or contact Apple Support to verify if your device's serial number falls within the affected range 3. Schedule a service appointment at an Apple Store or authorized service provider if your device is eligible 4. Bring your device to the appointment for a free battery replacement
Where can I verify recall details?
Use the official source link in this page to confirm dates, eligibility, and next steps: https://support.apple.com/iphone6s-unexpectedshutdown
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Official Resources
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Quick Info
- Brand
- apple
- Category
- device
- Source Agency
- Apple
- Announced
- November 21, 2016
- Expires
- November 21, 2018
- Country
- global
- Status
- Expired
Source & Verification
Sourced from Apple. Last reviewed March 4, 2026.
- Official source
- Apple
- Announced by source
- November 21, 2016
- Last reviewed by RecallRadar
- March 4, 2026
Official Resources
Use these primary sources for final eligibility and claim instructions.
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