Stop
A swollen battery can leak, catch fire, or rupture. Stop using and charging the tablet immediately, keep it away from flammable materials, and have it professionally removed.
Symptoms
- Screen or back panel appears lifted or bulging
- Tablet doesn't sit flat
- Case may feel unusually tight or bulge
Likely causes
- CommonBattery aging and naturally expandingLithium batteries swell as they degrade, especially after a few years of regular charging.
- CommonRepeated exposure to heatLeaving a tablet in a hot car or direct sun repeatedly accelerates battery swelling.
- PossiblePhysical damage to the battery cellA drop or crushing pressure can dent or puncture the battery, causing it to swell.
What to do
- Stop using and charging the tablet immediately.
- Do not press, puncture, bend, or try to flatten the swollen area.
- Place it in a safe, non-flammable area away from anything combustible.
- Do not put it in water or a freezer as a workaround.
- Take it to a repair shop or battery recycling center the same day for safe professional removal.
When to call a pro
Take the tablet to a repair shop or battery recycling center the same day; do not attempt to remove a swollen battery yourself.
Safety
Stop
A swollen battery can leak, catch fire, or rupture. Stop using and charging the tablet immediately, keep it away from flammable materials, and have it professionally removed.