iPhone 15 not charging after water exposure

hi, i was washing my hands and water got into my iphone. i let it dry and after thinking it was dry i plugged my charger back in and my phone kept charging and uncharging until it stopped charging completely . i have an iphone 15 and i have no idea how to solve this



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Original Title: iphone not charging after getting it wet

iPhone 15, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 10, 2025 7:38 PM

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Posted on Sep 10, 2025 8:13 PM

I used to manufacture Lithium Ion batteries (last year) and will advise the following:

  1. Power it off and never use it again.
  2. If the internal cells are exposed to water, there will be an explosion. 💥
  3. Take it to a nearby local Apple Retail Store and explain the situation and allow them the opportunity to offer a reasonable outcome for you.


That’s my advice.


Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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Sep 10, 2025 8:13 PM in response to bakalakak

I used to manufacture Lithium Ion batteries (last year) and will advise the following:

  1. Power it off and never use it again.
  2. If the internal cells are exposed to water, there will be an explosion. 💥
  3. Take it to a nearby local Apple Retail Store and explain the situation and allow them the opportunity to offer a reasonable outcome for you.


That’s my advice.


Good luck! 👋🏼😉

Sep 10, 2025 7:57 PM in response to bakalakak

Unfortunately, the phone is fried......and Apple will not repair a water damaged phone.


Might you have AppleCare+ coverage on your phone? In that case, Apple will likely replace the phone for you for a small deductible......usually about $29.


Make an appointment at the Apple Store / Genius Bar or take the phone to an authorized Apple service shop to get all the details. You can find a list of authorized shops in your area using this link:


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