Shield Plus Mag Issue Update

Published on April 20, 2023
Duration: 1:01

This video provides an update on a known issue with the 13-round magazines for the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus pistol. The instructor confirms that these magazines may not reliably accept 13 rounds and can fail catastrophically. Smith & Wesson acknowledges the problem and offers free replacements for affected magazines.

Quick Summary

The 13-round magazines for the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus have a known issue where they may not reliably accept 13 rounds and can fail catastrophically. Smith & Wesson acknowledges this problem and offers free replacements for affected magazines, regardless of purchase date.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Shield Plus Update
  2. 00:14Magazine Capacity Issue Explained
  3. 00:20Magazine Failure Example
  4. 00:25Smith & Wesson Acknowledgment
  5. 00:32Who is Affected by the Issue
  6. 00:40Magazine Batch Issue
  7. 00:48How to Get a Replacement Magazine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the known issue with the S&W M&P Shield Plus 13-round magazines?

The 13-round magazines for the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus have a known issue where they may not reliably accept 13 rounds. In some cases, these magazines can fail catastrophically, leading to the base of the magazine blowing out.

Does Smith & Wesson offer a fix for the Shield Plus 13-round magazine problem?

Yes, Smith & Wesson is aware of the problem and will replace faulty 13-round magazines for the M&P Shield Plus. They offer a warranty replacement program for affected magazines.

How can I tell if my S&W Shield Plus magazine is affected by the issue?

If you have difficulty loading 13 rounds into your S&W M&P Shield Plus magazine, or if you have experienced a failure where the base of the magazine blew out, it is likely affected by the known issue.

Is the S&W Shield Plus magazine issue related to when the gun was purchased?

No, the issue is described as a 'batch thing.' It does not matter if you were an early purchaser or bought your firearm recently; if your magazine has the problem, Smith & Wesson will replace it.

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