Got a Google Pixel 7a? You could be eligible for a payout or free battery swap – here’s how to check

Your eligibility depends on region and warranty

25 Apr 2025, 11:48 · TechRadar

News By Jamie Richards published 25 April 2025

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Google is offering repairs or payment for Pixel 7a users affected by a serious battery issue
Some Pixel 7a users have reported battery swelling severe enough to warp the phone chassis
Eligibility depends on region and warranty status

Google has stepped up to remedy a major battery swelling issue with some Pixel 7a smartphones, meaning affected users can now claim a free repair or partial refund.

Under the Extended Repair Program for Pixel 7a, users can seek repair or repayment from Google directly.

Recent reports have highlighted the battery expansion issue, which Google describes as including “visible swelling of the device”, the “phone cover bulging or separating from the device”, or the battery “draining significantly faster than usual”.

As we previously covered, swollen batteries present a danger to health and home, as they can be an unpredictable fire risk if left unattended – be sure to check out our guide on how to dispose of an inflated phone battery for more information.

As 9to5Google reports, Google is offering walk-in repairs at centres in the following countries:

US
UK
India
Germany
Japan
Singapore

Additionally, Google is providing a mail-in repair service in the US and India only.

Google is also offering partial refunds to affected Pixel 7a users, depending on territory and warranty coverage: none of the following options are available in the US or India.

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