Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Battery Recall
Samsung recalled all Galaxy Note 7 devices worldwide due to battery defects that could cause the phones to catch fire. Full refunds or exchanges available.
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Sourced from Apple. Last reviewed March 2, 2026.
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✨ Plain-English Summary
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones have defective batteries that can overheat and catch fire, posing a serious safety risk to users. This worldwide recall affects all Galaxy Note 7 models, and Samsung is offering full refunds or replacements to keep you safe. (Estimated repair/replacement value: $50-100 if not covered by recall program)
Is This Recall Still Active?
Status: No - Expired
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Source & Verification
This page summarizes the official notice and keeps key facts easy to verify.
- Official source
- Apple
- Announced by source
- September 2, 2016
- Last reviewed by RecallRadar
- March 2, 2026
What You Should Do
- 1Stop using your Galaxy Note 7 immediately if you own one
- 2Back up your data and power off the device
- 3Contact Samsung or visit an authorized retailer to arrange a full refund or exchange
- 4Do not attempt to charge or repair the device yourself
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What's Being Recalled
Full details from the recall report.
Samsung recalled all Galaxy Note 7 devices worldwide due to battery defects that could cause the phones to catch fire. Full refunds or exchanges available.
Who's Affected
Specific models and identifiers listed in the source notice:
Model #1
Samsung Galaxy Note 7
| # | Model |
|---|---|
| 1 | Samsung Galaxy Note 7 |
Technical model codes are manufacturer identifiers. Match both the product name and model code from your device settings, label, or packaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I confirm Samsung model coverage?
Match your model and serial exactly against the official Samsung recall notice.
What if I notice heat or smoke?
Power down immediately and follow Samsung's official safety instructions.
Are refunds always offered?
Not always. Remedy may be repair, replacement, refund, or rebate depending on the program.
Should I keep support case history?
Yes, keep all case IDs until the recall remedy is completed.
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Quick Info
- Brand
- samsung
- Category
- device
- Source Agency
- Apple
- Announced
- September 2, 2016
- Country
- US
- Status
- Expired
Source & Verification
Sourced from Apple. Last reviewed March 2, 2026.
- Official source
- Apple
- Announced by source
- September 2, 2016
- Last reviewed by RecallRadar
- March 2, 2026
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