iPod nano (1st generation): Rare cases of battery overheating
Symptoms
Apple has determined that in very rare cases, batteries in the iPod nano (1st generation) sold between September 2005 and December 2006, may overheat and prevent the iPod nano from working and deform it.
Apple has received very few reports of such incidents, and the issue has been traced to a single battery supplier. Additionally, there have been no reports of such incidents with any other iPod nano model. If your battery shows signs of overheating, such as discoloration or deformity, stop using the iPod nano immediately and contact AppleCare as soon as possible for further assistance.
Products Affected
iPod nano
Resolution
Any iPod nano (1st generation) customers who have experienced their battery overheating or have concerns about the battery should contact AppleCare for a battery replacement.
Additional Information
Identifying an iPod nano (1st generation)
iPod nano (1st generation) has the following characteristics:
- It has a plastic front and a silver metal back (later iPod nano models have a metal front and back)
- Unlike other iPod nano models, it only comes in white and black