SolarWorld Recalls Connectors Sold with Solar Panels Due to Electrical Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)
Source: CPSC Recall #17736
Recall Date
2017-03-28
Manufacturer
Amphenol Industrial Solar Technologies, of Shenzhen, China (connectors), SolarWorld Americas Inc., of Hillsboro, Ore. (solar panels)
Units Affected
About 97,000
Products Involved
Connectors sold with solar panels
Hazard
The connectors that are attached to the solar panels can develop microscopic cracks that allow moisture to leak into them while the system is producing electricity, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact SolarWorld for a free replacement connector. SolarWorld has contacted all purchasers of this product directly.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Solar panel installers nationwide from November 2016 through December 2016 for about $330 per solar panel with the connectors.
Manufactured In
China (connectors)United States (solar panels)
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Amphenol UTX PV model connectors sold with solar panels. The electrical connectors are used to connect various types of photovoltaic solar panels to the electrical connection system. The connectors have a black plastic exterior with "Amphenol" and "UTX PV" stamped on the end. They consist of a male pin on one end and a female socket on the other end.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28