MacBook Pro 15 inch 2016 Flexgate / Stage Light problem

Macbook 15 inch 2016 has the same stage light / Fluxgate problem that the 13 inch model has. Please provide link to Apple repair / replacement program

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.6

Posted on Jul 21, 2022 2:31 PM

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John Galt

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Jul 21, 2022 2:42 PM in response to max777alex

All active Apple Service Programs are described on this page: Apple Service Programs - Apple Support

Jul 21, 2022 2:46 PM in response to max777alex

There was a service program for the 13 inch model, but it has expired. See: 13-inch MacBook Pro Display Backlight Service Program - Apple Support

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MacBook Pro 15 inch 2016 Flexgate / Stage Light problem

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