2020 Subaru Outback - VISIBILITY/WIPER Failure Complaint (#b0c636)

2020 Subaru Outback

  • Date of Incident: Apr-24, 2024
  • Date complaint filed: Apr-24, 2024
  • Failed components: VISIBILITY/WIPER

Windshield developed crack without impact. Crack runs from the bottom of windshield in front of steering wheel up to the middle of the windshield, impairing visibility. This is the fourth failed windshield on this vehicle within 4 years and 60,000 miles. Average lifespan of windshield on this car is less than 12 months. Previous windshields cracked with minor hits from pebbles at highway speeds. Windshield has not been inspected by manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives, but is available for inspection.

Vehicle VIN Info

VIN Pattern4S4BTALC*L3******
Drive Type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Gross Vehicle Weight RatingClass 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
ManufacturerSUBARU OF AMERICA, INC
MakeSUBARU
ModelOutback
Model Year2020
TrimLimited
Body ClassSport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Engine ModelU5
Engine HP182
Engine KW135.717
Engine Displacement (L)2.5
Engine Displacement (CC)2500
Engine Displacement (CI)152.559
Other Engine InfoNaturally Aspirated
Primary Fuel TypeGasoline
Transmission StyleContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Traction ControlStandard
Blind Spot Monitoring SystemStandard
Rear Visibility SystemStandard
Rear Cross Traffic AlertStandard
Daytime Running LightStandard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)Direct
Keyless IgnitionStandard
Auto Reverse SystemStandard
Front Air Bags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Air Bags1st and 2nd Rows
Seat BeltsManual
Lower Beam Headlamp Light SourceLED
Plant Company NameSIA
Plant CityLAFAYETTE
Plant StateINDIANA
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
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