Does Your Volkswagen Need a Windshield Repair?

Oct 20, 2023

Visibility is all-important when driving. Any damage at all to a car’s windshield may restrict your ability to see the road at a crucial moment. In addition, an already cracked, chipped, or even scratched windshield might shatter to pieces if you have a collision or hit a particularly bad pothole. Let’s look at when you should head to your local Volkswagen dealership for windshield repair.

Cracks in the Glass

It’s unwise to drive with any kind of crack in the windshield, let alone a large crack that partially restricts your field of vision. Cracks significantly weaken the glass and will often spread as you drive, perhaps even shattering the glass. If your windshield is cracked, have it repaired or replaced without delay.

Chips in the Glass

Small stones flicked up by the wheels of other vehicles can chip windshield glass. If you have a tiny chip, it may be fine to have it repaired. With larger or deeper chips, the windshield may be more seriously damaged. If that’s the case, it may be safer to have your chipped windshield replaced entirely.

Scratches in the Glass

Even seemingly small scratches can weaken the structural integrity of windshield glass, and large scratches have been known to turn into cracks or cause the windshield to break. Ask a technician to take a look at any scratches on your windshield and decide how to deal with them.

Impeded Visibility

The primary danger of any crack, chip, or scratch on windshield glass is how it impacts your visibility. You may think that your visibility is still fine, but when you’re making a split-second decision because of a sudden collision threat, your eyes may mistake a chip or crack for an exterior obstacle, which may cause you to make a mistake.

Suspected Damage After Winter

Freezing cold winter temperatures along with heavy snow, hail, and road salt can all cause harm to car windshields. After winter has passed, if your windshield is damaged or even if it doesn’t seem quite right, have a technician take a closer look and replace it if necessary.

How Often To Replace Your Windshield at Your Volkswagen Dealership

The tempered glass of car windshields is remarkably durable and will typically last for about five years, although it’s quite possible for a windshield to last for ten years, or even longer. Regular cleaning and maintenance will keep your windshield scratch-free for longer. Cautious defensive driving will also reduce the chance of experiencing a chip or crack. Have your windshield replaced or repaired today at Valley Auto World Volkswagen. Our number one priority is customer satisfaction, whatever your vehicle purchasing, financing, or servicing needs may be.