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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
We also got a crack on our windshield while traveling on a highway. Fortunately it was smaller than the size of a 10rs coin so i used the resin kit and fixed it
Pros: resin kit fixed it
Cons: crack on windshield
Vehicle:
Toyota
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
I’ve cracked two windscreens on a 2023 79 series Land Cruiser in 15,000 km of driving.
Cons: cracked two windscreens
Vehicle:
Toyota Land Cruiser
Mileage: 15000 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
Wife has a crack in her 2025 Forester before her first payment. It has continued to grow and she is on the waiting list for a windshield. Several hundred ahead of her. Something is amiss with the glass
Cons: crack grew, long wait
Vehicle:
Subaru Forester
23 Forester driving in Alaska/yukon, 22,000 km in, 5 chips so far. I’ve bought several of the chip repair kits in preparation for more.
Cons: 5 chips in 22,000 km
Vehicle:
Subaru Forester
Mileage: 22000 km
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