EarPods broken audio jack. Will Apple replace them?

I have the new apple ear pods with controller and mic. After about 4 months of heavy use, the audio jack has bent and broken apart. Can I get a replacement? I'm really surprised at this having used and loved apple for years.

Hi LittleNinjaMe,
It sounds like the EarPods need to be sent in for service. The webpage linked below and the excerpt from it will walk you through the process.
Apple - Support - Service Answer Center
http://support.apple.com/kb/index?page=servicefaq&geo=United_States&product=ipad
How do I obtain service for my iPad accessory?
Check your service options.
If you arrange service through Apple, Apple will send you a replacement accessory including a prepaid, pre-addressed return-shipping label so you can return your defective accessory to Apple. Your replacement accessory will be new or equivalent to new in both performance and reliability.
Note: As we use a courier service, a daytime home or professional address is required; Apple cannot ship to post office boxes. Online service is not available for Smart Cover or Smart Case.
My iPad accessory is covered by Apple’s warranty. Should I expect any additional charges?
If your iPad accessory is covered by Apple’s warranty and you follow Apple’s instructions for returning your product, there should be no additional charges. However, there may be additional charges if your accessory is not eligible for warranty coverage or you do not follow Apple’s instructions for returning your product.
When you request service through Apple, Apple will place a temporary reserve on your credit card for the value of the replacement accessory. This covers damage or misuse not covered by Apple’s warranty as well as failing to return the accessory in accordance with Apple’s instructions.
This temporary authorization will expire if Apple receives your original accessory within ten (10) business days of shipping the replacement to you and if Apple confirms that your original product is eligible for warranty service.
Apple will charge you for the replacement accessory if Apple does not receive your original accessory within ten (10) days of shipping the replacement to you or if Apple receives your original accessory and determines that it is ineligible for warranty service due to damage or misuse.
-Jason

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