Cracked Windshield
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Cracked Windshield
I have a 2014 with 14000 miles. It just developed crack in the upper drivers side corner that is only on the underside of the windshield. It is behind the top windshield frame and cannot be seen from inside the car. There is no crack on the outside of the window.
I have heard this is a fairly common problem. Have others had this problem and if so does GM repair under warranty. I have a GM extended warranty still in service.
I have heard this is a fairly common problem. Have others had this problem and if so does GM repair under warranty. I have a GM extended warranty still in service.
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Your extended warranty should list what is covered and what is not listed.
I’d be surprised that a windshield would
be covered, but who knows....
Might want to see if your insurance company will cover it.
If you have HUD, make sure the replacement windshield is fora HUD. Some folks have had problems with non OEM windshields, make sure you go with OEM.
I’d be surprised that a windshield would
be covered, but who knows....
Might want to see if your insurance company will cover it.
If you have HUD, make sure the replacement windshield is fora HUD. Some folks have had problems with non OEM windshields, make sure you go with OEM.
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Chances of GM covering it is slim - even with an extended warranty. Normally glass is not covered.
As mentioned, just turn it into your insurance company under your comprehensive coverage and get it replaced for whatever your deductible amount is.
As mentioned, just turn it into your insurance company under your comprehensive coverage and get it replaced for whatever your deductible amount is.
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Many of us, including me, had the same thing. Many states have a $0 deductible for windshield replacement. My insurance covered the extra cost to replace it with GM glass, but I am not sure my choice was the best as I bet it might happen again! And my luck of course six months later I got a brand spanking new chip.
There are many threads on this and I think the forum members in the business stated that there is really only one company that makes the glass.
There are many threads on this and I think the forum members in the business stated that there is really only one company that makes the glass.
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See this thread and post #26 for info on glass manufacturers, etc. referenced in the post above.
See this thread and post #26 for info on glass manufacturers, etc. referenced in the post above.
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My 2017 GS windshield was replaced under warranty, due to de-Lam, but a crack was present as well. The Dealer used a subcontractor that installed the windshield itself correctly, but damaged the A Pillar Applique and Weather Strip Seal causing a leak. Neither the Dealer nor Sub would correct the problem (new parts needed) after 3 attempts. I finally found a competent independent Corvette Shop and paid for the repair (leak test, Applique and Seal) out of pocket ($650).
So, if you have the job done under warranty, Caveat emptor.
So, if you have the job done under warranty, Caveat emptor.
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I have a 2014 with 14000 miles. It just developed crack in the upper drivers side corner that is only on the underside of the windshield. It is behind the top windshield frame and cannot be seen from inside the car. There is no crack on the outside of the window.
I have heard this is a fairly common problem. Have others had this problem and if so does GM repair under warranty. I have a GM extended warranty still in service.
I have heard this is a fairly common problem. Have others had this problem and if so does GM repair under warranty. I have a GM extended warranty still in service.
Now will the dealer replace it under warranty .... probably not after all this time ....
As far as needing an OEM , with your car being a 2014 i doubt that your insurance will authorize and OEM replacement and as Nashville points out see my comments in this thread as I try to stop all the internet urban ledgends that are out there as far as glass replacement is concerned 😟
Feel free to PM me with any questions you might have
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I got a rock crack, and went to Safelite.
Non-OE HUD glass. The markings were the same as OEM, except no GM marking.
It was optically pure, and I drove the car for another 70,000 miles with no problem with the windshield.
Non-OE HUD glass. The markings were the same as OEM, except no GM marking.
It was optically pure, and I drove the car for another 70,000 miles with no problem with the windshield.