2019 Subaru Forester: Windshield chips easily
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2019 Forester report: windshield chips easily. CarComplaints.com lists 5 owner complaints, average mileage 5,800 miles.
NHTSA has 406 owner complaints for the 2019 Forester in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11664785 (filed 06/04/2025): “In may 2025, i had the passenger-side mirror on my 2019 subaru forester replaced at a licensed subaru dealership. i was told the replacement part would be factory-original and matched to the vehicle’s vin, which specifies a dark metallic grey exterior. after t…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11611764 (filed 08/30/2024): “See attached document for complaint.…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace windshield (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Leaks can often be traced with a water test and resealed; glass replacement is a pro job. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
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