Have had to replace front windshield 4 times in less than two (2) years due to windshield being cracked by small debris from other vehicles passing by. These have been very minor rocks that have hit the windshield with three of the times it occurred at less than 40 mph. One occurred when i was driving in a residential area at 20 mph. One event occurred spontaneously overnight with the car sitting inside an enclosed garage. Took a picture of the latest event. Concerned that if the window cracks that easy, what would happen if i am in an accident. Subaru is aware of the problem. Windshields have not been inspected by others. No warning lamps, messages, et cetera are related to these events. Review of web comments reveal that it is not an isolated event. Seems to be a design issue and how their eyesight system affects the windshield design.
| VIN Pattern | 4S4BTALC*L3****** |
| Drive Type | 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) |
| Manufacturer | SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC |
| Make | SUBARU |
| Model | Outback |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Trim | Limited |
| Body Class | Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) |
| Vehicle Type | MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV) |
| Engine Model | U5 |
| Engine HP | 182 |
| Engine KW | 135.717 |
| Engine Displacement (L) | 2.5 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 2500 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 152.559 |
| Other Engine Info | Naturally Aspirated |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Transmission Style | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring System | Standard |
| Rear Visibility System | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard |
| Daytime Running Light | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Direct |
| Keyless Ignition | Standard |
| Auto Reverse System | Standard |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Curtain Air Bags | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source | LED |
| Plant Company Name | SIA |
| Plant City | LAFAYETTE |
| Plant State | INDIANA |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |