Important Safety Alert: GoodWe & GE Hybrid Inverters Recalled in Australia
In September 2025, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) officially announced a safety recall for certain GoodWe EHB series and GE branded GEH series hybrid inverters sold across Australia. The root of the issue lies in a bypass‑switch bug: when the inverter is placed in “bypass” mode while operating in backup mode, it can continue exporting power to the grid. In the event of islanding (i.e. the grid is down), this raises a serious risk of electric shock to workers or consumers. This recall again highlights that even well‑regarded solar inverters like GoodWe are not immune to design or firmware flaws. If you own a GoodWe or GE hybrid inverter, it’s essential to act quickly, check your firmware version, and avoid using the bypass switch until the fix is confirmed. In this article, we’ll break down what’s going on, what common GoodWe inverter problems look like, and what steps you should take now to protect your system and your safety. What Models Are Affecte...