Owners of certain Apple Watch models may be eligible for compensation following a class-action lawsuit related to battery swelling issues. Apple has agreed to a $20 million settlement to resolve claims that some Apple Watch batteries swelled over time, potentially damaging other key components, such as the display. The lawsuit, which was filed in US District Court for the Northern District of California, alleged that the issue affected Apple Watch first-generation, Series 1, Series 2 and Series 3 models.
The lawsuit alleged that batteries in these models could expand in their tight compartments. Apple has denied any wrongdoing but opted to settle the case.
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In a statement sent to CNET, Apple pushed back on the claims, stating the Apple Watch is “designed to be safe and reliable.”
“This settlement applies to purchasers of Original Apple Watch, Series 1, Series 2 and Series 3, which are no longer available for purchase,” the company said in a statement. “While we strongly disagree with the claims made against these early generation Apple Watch models, we agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.”
To qualify for compensation, users must have owned an affected Apple Watch model in the US and reported issues related to battery swelling, such as filing a complaint with customer service, between April 24, 2015, and Feb. 6, 2024.
Compensation will range from $20 to $50, depending on the number of claims submitted. Some eligible users will receive a notice via email or postcard informing them of their eligibility for a class payment, according to WatchSettlement.com.
Users seeking a payout must submit their request by April 10, 2025, through the settlement website.
By accepting the settlement payment, Apple customers waive their rights to pursue further legal action against Apple regarding the battery issue.
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