2018 Toyota 4Runner: Windshield cracked no reason
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2018 4Runner report: windshield cracked no reason. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 3,450 miles.
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints for the 2018 4Runner in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11290114 (filed 12/19/2019): “Imperfections in glass (all windows) which cause visibility problems in the daytime and nighttime driving. i have reported this to toyota customer service center. a toyota inspector has inspected the glass and toyota refuses to correct this problem. i have had…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11161974 (filed 12/17/2018): “The windshield is cracking without the temperatures being so high. the vehicle was parked but turned on, when we turned on the heat and drove it for a little bit (6 miles) we noticed the windshield cracking and we turned off the heat. temperature was at 40 deg…”
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
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $380 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
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