NHTSA Complaint #11448849 — 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK VISIBILITY/WIPER

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11448849
Vehicle	2016 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component	VISIBILITY/WIPER
Date of Incident	January 21, 2022
Date Filed	January 25, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VT

Consumer Description

We have replaced about 5 windshields in this vehicle since we have owned it. The cracks form from the bottom of the windshield in the black area where a rock couldn't possibly chip the windshield. Subaru refuses to recognize this vin number as part of their class action law suit that was just settled and has refused to extend the warranty on this particular vehicle although they are covering replacement windshields for other 2016 Subaru Outbacks. They clearly recognize that there is a problem but are refusing to admit fault. You do not need to look far to find numerous complaints in forums on the internet with people describing this exact problem.

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