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Insurance covered for the OEM windshield.
Pros: OEM windshield
Vehicle:
Subaru Impreza
First time I got aftermarket with calibration. Second time I skipped calibration, think it was like $500 and they did the install at my house. Eyesight works fine 2yrs later.
Pros: Eyesight works fine
Vehicle:
Subaru Forester
I recently had my windshield replaced in my '18 OBW with third-party glass. Used a small local glass shop in a medium size town. They calibrated it in their garage and it has been flawless.
Pros: flawless calibration
Vehicle:
Subaru Outback
I own a 2019 OB Touring with six cylinders. I’m the original owner. I’ve had numerous battery issues, but SOA replaced the DCM Module two years ago, and the battery has been working well so far. In April 2025, SOA also replaced my head unit at no cost to me. Additionally, there was a fuel pump recall several years ago. I get service at a local Subaru dealer, and I’ve been happy with their service. However, the windshields broke once from a stone hitting it, and they’re known for having low-quality windshields. So, I have insurance that covers a 50-dollar copay. Fuel economy isn’t the best, but I enjoy driving it and feel safe in it. Overall, I’m pleased with my car, and the biggest problem was my battery issues, which have been resolved for two years.
Pros: battery issues resolved, good service
Cons: low-quality windshields, poor fuel economy
Vehicle:
Subaru Outback
I finally went aftermarket for the battery and windshield replacement that last time and they did seem like upgrades. If you're having issues, don't go back to OEM replacements given that they're garbage.
Pros: aftermarket upgrades
Cons: oem replacements garbage
Vehicle:
Subaru
Mileage: 30000 km
The windshield cracked on its own on mine. No impact just cracked...
Cons: windshield cracked on its own
Vehicle:
Subaru
Mileage: 4000 km
Owned my 2025 Outback for 6 months. 9K miles. 3 chips already repaired by safelite
Cons: chips easily, frequent repairs
Vehicle:
Subaru Outback
Mileage: 9000 km
We have had to replace our 2017 legacy 2 times and the first time they used a 3rd party windshield and it would not calibrate. They had me call SoA and I was told that they have to use OEM windshields.
Pros: OEM windshield calibrated
Cons: 3rd party not calibrate
Vehicle:
Subaru Legacy
Cost me $2000+ for Audi Original. And i wont recommend OEM.
Cons: expensive, not recommended
Ive replaced 2 of these in the last 3 months on my RS3. OEM glass at the dealership both times.
Cons: poor durability, frequent replacement needed
Vehicle:
Audi RS3
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