Windows issues make up roughly 7% of all Subaru owner complaints. The majority of the issues have been reported by Outback owners.
The complaint we hear about most often is windshield cracks easily in the 2018 Outback.
Since 2015 there has been a surge in complaints about Subaru windshields that crack spontaneously. Many believe this is due to a design switch to 'acoustic glass.' Owners want compensation from Subaru because windshield replacements come wi…
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The windhsields crack and chip at an alarming rate, but Subaru doesn't cover replacements under warranty if the issue is due to a defect. According to them the warranty only covers material or workmanship issues. Strange position to take, but ok.
While a few allegations were removed due to legal technacilities, the judge said dismissing the case entirely at this point would be premature.…
keep reading article "Subaru Windshield Lawsuit Survives Motion to Dismiss"appears to be Subaru's defense in court against a class-action cracked windshield lawsuit.…
keep reading article "Subaru Wants Windshield Lawsuit Dropped"The plaintiffs say the use of "acoustic glass" in the windshields seems to correspond with the uptick in complaints.…
keep reading article "Another Lawsuits Looks to Expand on Previous Cracked Windshield Suit"Additionally, the cost to replace the windshield skyrockets because the EyeSight system needs to be recalibrated each time.
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