| Issue ID | 1368504 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10970495 |
| Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Brand | SUBARU |
| Model | FORESTER |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 14/12/16 |
| Component | VISIBILITY/WIPER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Cracked windshield. On december 14, 2016, a 6 degree day, the windshield cracked across heater strip, side to side, while parked. No evidence of, or prior damage to windshield. Online reports state that this is a recurring problem with newer subaru models, because or weight reduction in thinner windshields. Windshield manufactuer: agc automotive, lamisafe. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 12000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI |
| VIN pattern | JF2SJAPC8EHXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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