Apple admits to faulty battery in iPod nano; free replacements available
After several years of isolated incidents, Apple, the manufacturers of the iPod and its variations, has come clean regarding a faulty battery that may cause smoking and sparks in first generation iPod nanos.
Cnet reports that Apple finally issued a statement after a series of smoking iPod nanos were spotted in Japan. From Apple:
"Apple has determined that in very rare cases batteries in first generation iPod nanos sold between September 2005 and December 2006 can overheat causing failure and deformation of the iPod nano. Apple has received very few reports of such incidents (less than 0.001 percent of first generation iPod nano units), which have been traced back to a single battery supplier. There have been no reports of serious injuries or property damage, and no reports of incidents for any other iPod nano model.
Any first generation iPod nano customers who have experienced their battery overheating should contact AppleCare for a replacement. Any other customers who have concerns about their first generation iPod nano battery should also contact AppleCare."
It looks like you're only eligible for a full replacement if you're experiencing any smoking or an overheating battery, but the definition of "overheating" remains unclear to me. (Why not do a serial-based recall?) As for my first-gen nano, I've never had a problem with it creating any smoke or hazardous conditions.
Have any of you out there experienced smoking or sparking nanos? Has it ever caused any personal injury or close calls? Tell us your story below.
Cnet — Apple willing to replace any smoking first-gen iPod nanos
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