Who handles Vision Solar accounts now

Vision Solar no longer operates and no company took over its customers. The bankruptcy does not change loan or lease agreements with third parties, so contact the financing or leasing company that bills you about your system. Panel and inverter warranties remain with the manufacturers.

Bankruptcy case. Chapter 7, U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey (Camden), case 23-21939-JNP, filed December 28, 2023.

What it means for homeowners

  • The bankruptcy does not cancel your solar loan or lease; contact the company that bills you about your system.
  • Connecticut homeowners who filed a proof of claim in the bankruptcy may be eligible for up to $25,000 from the state Home Improvement Guaranty Fund if they are not made whole.
  • The Connecticut AG's office cannot file bankruptcy claims for individual consumers; talk to a private attorney about your rights.
  • Some Vision Solar systems were installed without proper permits and may not be connected to the grid; a licensed local contractor can inspect yours.
  • The FTC, Arizona, and Florida lawsuits are allegations against Vision Solar unless a court has ruled.

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Timeline

December 2020

Began offering services in Connecticut as a registered home improvement contractor.

March 16, 2023

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong sued Vision Solar, alleging high-pressure sales, misrepresentations about financing and tax credits, and unpermitted work.

July 2023

The FTC, the U.S. Department of Justice, and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes sued Vision Solar and lead generator Solar Xchange in federal court in Arizona over savings claims and illegal telemarketing; Solar Xchange and its owner settled.

December 2023

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody sued Vision Solar in Orange County circuit court over alleged deceptive sales and improper installations.

December 28, 2023

Vision Solar filed Chapter 7 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey in Camden (Case No. 23-21939-JNP), listing $100 million to $500 million in liabilities.

October 2024

Connecticut obtained a $5 million judgment against Vision Solar, which the bankrupt company has no assets to pay.

Official contacts

Connecticut Attorney General statement on the Vision Solar bankruptcy

Explains the Chapter 7 case and the Connecticut Home Improvement Guaranty Fund; Guaranty Fund questions go to dcp.guarantyfunds@ct.gov.

Visit the official page 860-808-5318

Arizona Attorney General release on the FTC and Arizona lawsuit

Describes the federal case against Vision Solar and Solar Xchange.

Visit the official page

Government actions

Actions by regulators and attorneys general. Lawsuits describe allegations unless a court ruled or the case settled.

  • March 16, 2023, Connecticut Attorney General. Sued Vision Solar under the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act and Home Improvement Act, alleging high-pressure sales to elderly and disabled homeowners, misstated incomes on loan applications, and unpermitted work. In October 2024 the state obtained a $5 million judgment, which the bankrupt company cannot pay. Source
  • July 2023, Federal Trade Commission, U.S. Department of Justice, and Arizona Attorney General. Sued Vision Solar, lead generator Solar Xchange, and Solar Xchange's owner over unsubstantiated savings and tax incentive claims and calls to numbers on the Do Not Call Registry (allegations as to Vision Solar). Solar Xchange and its owner settled with conduct bans and a $13.8 million civil penalty, partially suspended. Source
  • December 2023, Florida Attorney General. Sued Vision Solar in the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court in Orange County, alleging deceptive sales tactics, unkept promises about credits and timelines, and improper installations, after at least 180 complaints (allegations). Source

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Sources

  1. Connecticut Attorney General statement, Jan 3, 2024. Chapter 7 filed December 28, 2023 in the District of New Jersey, Camden, docket 23-21939-JNP; Guaranty Fund up to $25,000; loans and leases unchanged.
  2. Hartford Business Journal, Jan 2024. Blackwood, New Jersey headquarters; liabilities of $100 million to $500 million.
  3. Connecticut Attorney General lawsuit release, Mar 16, 2023. Allegations, relief sought, December 2020 contractor registration.
  4. Legal Newsline, Oct 2024. $5 million Connecticut judgment announced October 11, 2024.
  5. Arizona Attorney General release, Jul 27, 2023. FTC, DOJ, and Arizona lawsuit; Solar Xchange settlement and $13.8 million partially suspended penalty.
  6. Law360 case listing, United States v. Vision Solar LLC. Federal case 2:23-cv-01387 filed July 14, 2023.
  7. WFTV, Dec 4, 2023. Florida AG lawsuit in Orange County, at least 180 complaints.

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