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#212 of 225 Re: windshield [silvascion] by maggie75 Dec 20, 2008 (3:48 pm)
Replying to: silvascion (Dec 20, 2008 9:24 am) I've had my windshield replaced so many times using aftermarket glass and it still gets the "crack". It's not the glass, it's the way the braces were made that hold the glass in place. There is too much tension being put on the sides and center of the window because the brackets were made incorrectly. I have an in with some glass guys. They told me all about the problems with the Xb. Hell, I keep them in business, after all! Replies to this message: xbme2 (Dec 20, 2008 7:46 pm)
#213 of 225 Re: windshield [maggie75] by xbme2 Dec 20, 2008 (7:46 pm)
Replying to: maggie75 (Dec 20, 2008 3:48 pm) well if 212 people on here are having the same problem, and about 1 out of 10 take the time to complain, and another 50% of Scion XB buyers aren't even aware of this forum or what potentially lies ahead, I'd say they have a structural/safety issue that needs to be dealt with. time to man up, they got our money, we deserve to drive a car without being in fear of a pebble! I heard every single claim you make is entered into a database, whether small or large, and alot of your premiums (from claims) are based on these figures, whether the windshield cost you out of pocket or not...it will down the road. I really like the car, but I dont like me or my ins paying for the consequences of their inferior design flaw. Where is a fearless attorney with integrity not getting his bread buttered by Big Money? I want him!
#214 of 225 strut bar question for hondadave by xbme2 Jan 04, 2009 (12:18 pm)
hondadave where can you find a good strut bar and get it installed? lady owner here, thanks! also I noticed on the NHTSA site no mention of the windshield complaints! got a few little chips, debating as to fix them... Replies to this message: texases (Jan 04, 2009 1:23 pm) hondadave7 (Jan 05, 2009 8:25 am)
#215 of 225 Re: strut bar question for hondadave [xbme2] by texases Jan 04, 2009 (1:23 pm)
Replying to: xbme2 (Jan 04, 2009 12:18 pm) Can't go wrong with the factory one. Don't get a cheap one on Ebay.
#216 of 225 Re: strut bar question for hondadave [xbme2] by hondadave7 Jan 05, 2009 (8:25 am)
Replying to: xbme2 (Jan 04, 2009 12:18 pm) The only one(1) piece strut bar that I know of is made by Toyota Racing Developement - TRD. It can be purchased a Toyota Dealers. They can also install it.    Thanks, David
#217 of 225 scion xb windshield leak by honestnic Jan 07, 2009 (1:54 pm)
So I bought a used 2004 Scion xB. When I bought it, the guy who sold it to me said that he had gotten the windshield replaced and he thought that they didn't seal it well so it might leak once the rain sets in (it was summer). Sure enough, it leaked with no visible cracks. I just got the windshield replaced (after paying someone to attempt to reseal the one that came on it when I bought it) and it's leaking more than ever, this time from more locations (top right hand side). When they put in the new glass they said they didn't see any problems that would've caused a leak. Needless to say, it's not under warranty from Toyota and I am worried it's a big issue. Can anyone tell me what a fix is for this? I've seen some discussion about the frame of the vehicle putting pressure on the glass-- is it pushing the glass up and causing gaps? I live in Portland, Oregon, if anyone has tips on where to take it. The dealer wouldn't touch it. Thanks. Replies to this message: xbme2 (Jan 07, 2009 3:28 pm) halo34 (Jan 11, 2009 7:18 am)
#218 of 225 Re: scion xb windshield leak [honestnic] by xbme2 Jan 07, 2009 (3:28 pm)
Replying to: honestnic (Jan 07, 2009 1:54 pm) In the Jan/Feb '09 AAA mag it says "if you get your windshield replaced make sure the tehnicians use the correct primer and adhesive and handle the windshield with gloves. Oils on the fingers can adversely affect the mastics used to mount the windshield to the car body, which can result in water or air leaks and compromised crash safety." It also recommends letting the car sit for a day after the installation (I did that myself at the dealer, insisting they keep it inside overnight). Water leaks=mold...BIG problem! I would contact Scion and insist they get involved. my prayers are with you!
#219 of 225 Re: scion xb windshield leak [honestnic] by halo34 Jan 11, 2009 (7:18 am)
Replying to: honestnic (Jan 07, 2009 1:54 pm) Just keep on them. It took the company 3 times to get mine right. It's a PITA but it's better than having a bad window.
#220 of 225 Re: More Cracks [lavarious] by gidgett Aug 26, 2009 (2:27 pm)
Replying to: lavarious (Apr 21, 2007 6:16 pm) Hi,  I would like to get more information about the lawyer you suggest to speak with. I am seriously considering pursuing this issue. Thank you for your time.
#221 of 225 windshield by link7881 Oct 06, 2009 (10:45 am)
Working for several years at an automobile insurance company, I learned one thing. Insurance companies are cheap. Well, o.k, I learned two things, windshields don’t have to be replaced, they can be repaired. The reason I learned these things is because, when a customer would call in a claim to our company of a cracked windshield that they wanted replaced, the cheap insurance company would refer them to a company that repaired windshields at a fraction of the price, therefore saving the insurance company a lot of money and saving the customer a bit of time. Replies to this message: maggie75 (Oct 06, 2009 7:15 pm)

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