Mini 5 Pro down over water...

[rwilliam99]

I don't know if anyone watched the video until the end, but it appears as though DJI determined it was some kind of defect as they are replacing the drone for free.

 

[Starz]

but it appears as though

There are times when DJI(and many other product manufacturers)will supply replacement product not because of a faulty item, but simply to keep a customer happy. AKA “good will”.

 

[anotherlab]

There are times when DJI(and many other product manufacturers)will supply replacement product not because of a faulty item, but simply to keep a customer happy. AKA “good will”.

Or they want to avoid the bad press of a disgruntled YouTube personality.

If they have a bad batch of propellers, it would make sense to out in front of the issue. Assuming that was the case. It could also be a problem with a batch run of motors.