macbook pro 2011 repair extension

What are you referring to with "my serial number is not on the list"? Serial number has nothing to do with the repair program, as your Mac only has to belong to one of the affected MacBook Pro models. Just make a backup of your files and take the Mac to an Apple Store

What he is referring to, I suspect, is the same issue I encountered. I have a MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013). The Repair Extension Program page lists that model. But it goes on to say "Use the "Check your Coverage" tool on the Apple Support site to determine if your MacBook Pro model matches the list of affected products below." Doing so yields the following results for my computer:

Valid Purchase Date

Telephone Technical Support: Expired

Repairs and Service Coverage: Expired

This would seem to indicate my particular machine is not eligible. But, since it has been experiencing unexplained shutdowns (requiring a restart), I feel it should be. I found this thread while looking for more information.I suspect my only recourse is to take it in to an Apple store and hope I can convince them to repair it. Do you agree?

I have this exact issue with my Macbook Pro Early 2011 model. It has the video issue (in fact, i've had it stashed in a closet since about 8 months ago, since I refused to pay 1000$+ for repairs), but when entering the serial number I don't get any info on having a warranty extension, just the following: