Samsung Galaxy S6 back/battery swelling

[cbs1507]

I bought the phone with cracked lcd a while back for cheap with intention on fixing up and using until I saw how much a new screen costed at the time. Anywhere it's just been sitting on my drawer for the past year and hasn't been used at all. I recently opened the box up and notice it appears like the back is swelling. Has anybody else had this happen?

 

[matthewkuhl]

Either turn it in or get a new battery installed ASAP.

 

[B. Diddy]

A swollen battery is a failing battery, with potential for leaking or exploding. Dispose of it immediately (and safely).

 

[PW_Irvine]

The only thing that could cause the back of an S6 to "swell" is a damaged Li-ion battery. Damaged Li-ion batteries can easily rupture and catch fire. You're lucky that this "bargain" S6 didn't burn your home down. Dispose of it at once by taking it to a hazardous waste facility and place it, or request that it be placed, in a fireproof container. Any reputable repair technician will refuse to work on any device with a damaged Li-ion battery. Don't try to repair it yourself!

 

[cbs1507]

Thanks for the responses. It's shocking to me because I did receive the phone like that and ive never even charged it. It's just been sitting in my drawer.