New MacBook Pro shipments delayed by UPS issues"A mechanical failure has caused a delay."
What you need to know
Customers are being told of delays to their new MacBook Pro shipments.
Specifically UPS is highlighting a "mechanical failure" regarding shipping.
It seems likely the problem pertains to aircraft used to move the shipments.
Several customers awaiting their new MacBook Pro (2021) orders have been told by UPS that their shipments are delayed due to a mechanical failure somewhere along the chain of delivery.
First noted by MacRumors, customers on Twitter highlighted the same specific problem:
@UPS has “mechanical issues” and my shipment has been stuck in China for days. Classic UPS experience @Apple @AppleSupport should know better and ship with @DHLGlobal instead.— petroluseum (@petroluseum) October 27, 2021
@UPS - Package 1:"A mechanical failure has caused a delay." <- showing for last 2 days.Package 2:"Please check again later for scheduled delivery." <- showing for last 3 days.Your only job is t...
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New MacBook Pro shipments delayed by UPS issues