Issue ID | 1237745 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10789553 |
Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
Brand | SUBARU |
Model | OUTBACK |
Model Year | 2015 |
File date | 28/08/15 |
Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | While driving on the highway, a small rock hit our windshield in the passenger side deicer area. We have received a notice that subaru knows there is an issue with windshields cracking at the deicer area, but the local dealer states that our crack initiated above the area for which they accept responsibility. The deicer area on our windshield extends above the spot where the rock hit, but subaru is trying to limit responsibility to a lower area. Visibility is a highly important component of safe driving. The deicer area was not applied by two different manufacturing processes when it is a few inches apart. Subaru is trying to limit liability for a design or manufacturing flaw. We believe that should not be allowed. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 4000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | FRIDAY HARBOR, WA |
VIN pattern | 4S4BSAFC7F3XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 60 |
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