Issue ID | 1435759 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11057402 |
Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
Brand | TOYOTA |
Model | PRIUS |
Model Year | 2017 |
File date | 27/12/17 |
Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Topic: 2017 prius windshield cracked. I have 2017 prius purchased new about a month ago with 1500 miles driven. 2 days ago, when i pumped gas, i noticed a small crack in upper right hand side along the edge. I don't remember getting hit by an object while driving. Yesterday the cracks gotten longer. Checked thickness between my finger, it looks the same as that of a drinking glass. A quick search on internet revealed that it is a very common issue with 2016 or newer model. Called toyota and was informed that it is a manufacture defect. I have owed other vehicles made by toyota and honda that were hit with flying object with no problem. Even with crack, it shouldn't have spiraled out that fast and large. Please investigate to see if it is design mistake in pursue of weight reduction. Thank you. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 1500 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WESTMINSTER, CA |
VIN pattern | JTDKBRFU6H3XXXXXX |
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 | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 35 |
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