A SMALL OBJECT HIT THE SIDE OF MY WINDSHIELD WHILE I WAS DRIVING HOME AND LATER CAUSED A 6-INCH CRACK TO FORM. THE CRACK EXPANDED TO 10+ INCHES OVERNIGHT WHILE MY CAR WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE. I NOW HAVE TO HAVE MY WINDSHIELD REPLACED AND SAFETY SYSTEM WILL NEED TO BE RE-CALIBRATED AT AN ADDITIONAL COST.
2017 Subaru Impreza visibility problems
moderate 21 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350
Complaints
21
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$350
What owners are reporting 8 most recent
The windshield on the car seems to break, and/or chip very easily and much more frequent than any other vehicle I have owned.
A CRACK APPEARED IN THE WINDSHIELD ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CAR. THE CAR WAS MOVING WHEN THE CRACK APPEARED BUT WAS STATIONARY (DRIVEWAY) WHEN THE CRACK EXPANDED FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE TO THE PASSENGER SIDE BY THE NEXT DAY.
I am logging a complaint regarding my Subaru Impreza 2017 windshield. I bought new in 2017, and it currently has only about 55k miles. The windshield is completely covered (literally thousands) of tiny pinpoint chips. At certain times of day (usually sunset) the glare that this causes is so bad that visibility is very poor and driving is almost scary. I contacted the dealership and they said they …
MY WINDSHIELD HAS A SMALL CRACK AND I AM NOT SURE WHEN IT HAPPENED.
THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT WAS REPLACED AT SAFELITE AUTO GLASS. THE RECEIPT IS ATTACHED.
THE WINDSHIELD HAS A CRACK OUT OF NOWHERE. THIS HAPPENED IN MY GARAGE WHERE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED MOST OF THE TIME.
WINDSHIELD CRACKED AFTER TAKING SMALL ROAD DEBRIS TO WINDSHIELD WHILE DRIVING APPROX 55 MPH ON A HIGHWAY. IMMEDIATELY AFTER DEBRIS HIT WINDSHIELD BEGAN TO SPLINTER AND CRACK WHICH WORSENED INTO A 8-10" LONG DAMAGE MAKING THE WINDSHIELD INELIGIBLE FOR REPAIR. WINDSHIELD REQUIRED REPLACEMENT
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2017 Subaru Impreza?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 21 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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