Apple today released MacBook Pro SMC Firmware Update 1.7, addressing an issue related to batteries with more than 1000 charge cycles



From MacRumors:

The update applies to Mid 2010 and Early 2011 models of the 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pro and is a complement to earlier updates addressing the same issue for other machines.

  Apple Releases Firmware Battery Fix for 2010/2011 MacBook Pro 15- and 17-Inch Models