MacBook fan grinding noise

[Rookie3]

I'm having trouble with the latest edition Matchbook Pro which I've had for around 4 months, The left fan is constantly making a grinding noise every time I turn it on and it won't stop. This is my first Mac and the noise is so unbearable that I can't use it. Anyone have any ideas because I use the Mac all the time, Thanks

 

[kenrivers]

Personally, I wouldn't try to fix it myself since it is still under warranty. Have you considered taking it to the Apple store or is there not one near by?

 

[mrmez]

If it's still under warranty take it back, obviously.
Most Apple stores should be able to fix it relatively quickly.

Unusual for a fan to go so quickly, likely a manufacturing defect, but all fans will die eventually, and are usually pretty easy to replace.

 

[Technologify]

if you have warranty, take it back to the apple store.
if you don't have warranty, just go full "yolo" and take it apart and see what's wrong for yourself

 

[BadAsAl]

+1 for take it to Apple Store if under warranty.
If you decide to try to fix it yourself, first check out a guide on ifixit.com to see what is involved. Make sure to pick the correct guide for your model.

 

[jsmithepa]

If we tell you this is normal will you say OK?

Dude, talk to Apple, they are a lot better than your PC shop geeks. You bought a Lexus, expect good service.