Reasonable on 02 September 2009
In my case (UK) Sony returned my trapped disk separately by mail. I'd hope Sony in US would do the same.
I don't know how far past warranty it is, but I'd always suggest a gentle argument for a free fix - at least in UK I know this can sometimes get results.
When I had YLOD Sony wanted me to pay, but when I called I said how surprised I was as I thought only 360 suffered such failures, not PS3 (sorry 360 fans, it wasn't personal, I'd have happily said the opposite in a reverse situation) there was an awkward silence after which the Sony helpline rep agreed to a free fix but noted any future issues would definitely be out of warranty.
If it's BC I'd try and get it fixed.
Try to be reasonable... its easier than you think...
