Can i exchange my MacBook Pro because of an overheating problem?

Quite within operating specs; I've run mine up to 95 or more on both the CPU and the GPU when running a graphics simulation program on Win7 on top of VMWare Fusion. Remember that NOWHERE in the literature does it say these are LAPTOPS, cause they are not. And should you manage to ovewhelm the cooling fan(s), it will shut down by itself to prevent thermal suicide. Also, and I'm gonna take flak for saying this, the 13" MBPs will run a bit hotter cause they have only one fan that has to work harder, compared to the 15" and 17" two, although all have the same heat sources (CPU/GPU/HDD/DVD/RAM).

If you want to help it keep cool, quickest way is to increase the space beneath the Mac. I always have mine perched on top of a Road Tools CoolPad ( http://roadtools.com/ ). If that is still not enough for your peace of mind, there are also pads that have bigger fans underneath, to enhance the process.

Apple will not replace it, but they will evaluate it to see if it is indeed overheating and if so, make the necessary repairs. Contact Apple support for your troubleshooting/repair options.

Well first of all, MacBook Pros tend to get hot under any workload. Even if it isn't working that hard, or you don't "think" it's working hard it'll still get warm. If it gets to the point where you are un-able to touch it, place it on a solid surface such as a desk and wait for it to cool off a bit. I don't think they will replace your Mac just for that reason since it states in the user manual that came in the box with your Mac this:

To operate the computer safely and reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries, follow these guidelines:

• Set up your MacBook Pro on a stable work surface that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer.
• Do not operate your MacBook Pro on a pillow, blanket, or other soft material, because the material can block the airflow vents.
• Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook Pro.
• Do not push objects into the ventilation openings.
• If your MacBook Pro is on your lap and gets uncomfortably warm, remove it from

  your lap and place it on a stable work surface.

If the only issue is that the temperature has risen to 55 deg, there is no issue.

Stedman

YEs. That's why Apple never refers to its portable notebook as a laptop. See my blog @ <applepoower4u.blogspot.com>