Last month Apple started a replacement program for for the first-generation iPod nano due to continuing issues with overheating related to defective batteries from one of Apples suppliers. Now Macrumors reported that some of their readers did receive their replacement but it turns out to be a 6G iPod Nano instead of a 1G iPod Nano. It looks like Apple may have run out of refurbished first-generation iPod nano units and and may now be shipping out current-generation units as replacements. » Apple Replacing First-Gen iPod Nanos with Current-Gen Models

Apple has determined that, in very rare cases, the battery in the iPod nano (1st generation) that were sold between September 2005 and December 2006 may overheat and pose a safety risk. This issue has been traced to a single battery supplier that produced batteries with a manufacturing defect. While the possibility of an incident is rare, the likelihood increases as the battery ages. Because of the Apple recommends that you stop using your iPod nano (1st gen) and follow the process noted below to order a replacement unit, free of charge. » Apple iPod Nano 1st Generation Replacement Program: Stop Using 1st Generation iPod Nano Due To Battery Overheating [Free Replacement]