MacBook Air battery issue

My MacBook Air is randomly turning off around 70% and won’t turn on again unless I plug it in. When it turns on the battery says 0% but after 2 minutes it jumps back up to 70% and charges as normal from there. Works fine when plugged in but randomly shuts down when unplugged saying it’s out of charge when it’s not. How do I fix this?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 15.7

Posted on Oct 21, 2025 1:00 PM

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Oct 21, 2025 2:44 PM in response to Wilco641

Exactly which year MBA is this?

Find that info by clicking the Apple menu () at the top-left of your screen and then select About This Mac. (Note- for privacy and security reasons, please never post your serial number.)


Here is Apple's guidance on the subject.

Batteries - Maximizing Performance - Apple Support

About battery health management in Mac laptops - Apple Support 

If battery charging is paused or on hold on your Mac - Apple Support


Are you seeing any other signs of abnormal battery wear or swelling such as the laptop not sitting flush on a flat surface or keyboard misbehaving? If so, then you'll need to consider a battery replacement.


Get your Mac repaired and see how much will it cost: Mac Repair & Service - Apple Support 


You can make a Genius Bar appointment for hardware/software service and support using this link: Contact Apple Support - Apple Support


 Call Customer Support (800) MY–APPLE (800–692–7753) or on line /getsupport.apple.com/ 

or call AppleCare Support at 1-800-APLCARE (800-275-2273) 


MacBook Air battery issue

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