NHTSA Complaint #11463871 — 2021 TOYOTA VENZA

My new 2021 Toyota Venza front windshield spontaneously develops small cracks and micro-fractures. I noticed the first crack on the driver's side within about 6 months after purchasing the Venza. Since then, I the windshield has developed hundreds of tiny fractures which are especially noticeable when the sun shines through the windshield, just after sunrise or just before sunset. When the sun hits the cracks in the windshield, they all light up at once and the bright lights impede visibility. The windshield was inspected by the Toyota service department on two separate occasions. It was explained that the windshield is not covered by the usual car warranty or extended warranty. It was suggested by the service technician and service manager that the cracks were possibly due to gravel or sand hitting the windshield, which is considered normal wear and tear by Toyota. I explained that I have less than 18,000 miles on my car, I drive on only paved roads, and have never been pelted by gravel or sand. My car is also kept in a garage when not in use.