In fact the means of telling apart an earlier, potentially faulty cable from a newer cable is the presence of a serial number, as newer cables have a serial number stamped on. The replacement program itself is being handled based on the serial number of the MacBook, as Apple did not issue serial numbers for USB cables at that time. The failed cables aren’t being cited as a safety issue – and hence there’s no recall – but rather Apple appears to be replacing them due to their unreliability.Īffected (Top) and Resdesigned (Bottom) Cable, Noting the Presence of a Serial Number In the advisory for the program, Apple notes that cables made through June of 2015 could potentially fail, rendering the cable unable to charge the MacBook or only capable of charging it intermittently. Beginning today, Apple will be replacing early runs of their USB Type-C charging cable for the 2015 MacBook, covering both the included cable and any additional purchased cables. If you have a device that doesn't connect to this port, you can use an adapter to connect it.After last month’s “duckhead” power adapter recall, Apple has started another charger-related replacement program. You can also connect a USB-C power adapter and cable to charge your laptop computer. Use these ports with displays and other devices that connect using either a Thunderbolt 3 cable or USB-C cable.

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports).

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports).

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports).

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports).

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports).

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports).

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports).

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports).

MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports).

These Mac models have Thunderbolt 3 ports:

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