Jinko Solar Solar Panels Warranty — Coverage, Exclusions & Claim Tips
HomeScore's independent breakdown of the Jinko Solar solar panels warranty: what's actually covered, what's excluded, and how to win a claim.
At a glance
| Warranty term | 25 years |
|---|---|
| Coverage type | limited |
| Transferable | Yes ($0–$100) |
| Labor covered | No |
| Registration required | Yes — 60 days from purchase |
| Extended available | No |
What's covered
- Panel power output (degradation guarantee)
- Manufacturing defects
- Module frame integrity
- Junction box/connectors
Common exclusions
- Inverter (separate warranty)
- Mounting hardware
- Weather events beyond design specs
- Shading losses
- Panel cleaning/maintenance
Claim tips
- Solar panel warranties guarantee minimum power output (typically 80% at 25 years) — monitor your production
- Microinverter warranties (25 years from Enphase) often outlast string inverter warranties (12 years)
- File degradation claims before year 25 — most expire on the installation anniversary