2013 Dodge Dart SXT Rallye Long-Term Road Test

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stovt001_

Hmm, maybe caused by a heat cycle? Understandable that normal windshield cracks wouldn't be covered, but a judgement call should definitely rule this an exceptional defect.

misterfusion

Edmunds.com: Finding new and unusual ways to destroy auto glass since 1995. :P

Seriously though, this does appear to be something that is likely covered under warranty.

stovt001_

This does take the Edmunds Windshield and Tire Curse to an entirely new level.

nukedetroit

Flimsy body structure. This car was very obviously designed to a price, by persons not at the tops of their engineering classes. Also Italians.

noburgers

I had my money on the new VW getting the next windshield break. Lose again.

agentorange

The last time I saw a windshield that was cracked from the inside it was on a buddy's car. I understand that the event involved a young lady and stiletto heels but after that details were not forthcoming.

stovt001_

noburgers, the VW did get a tire puncture so you were pretty darn close. You deserve half credit.

gobryngo

"wordless medium-potency swear" is my new favorite thing. also my next band name.

duck87

@agentorange: Hopefully you didn't sit in the seat closest in proximity to where the crack originated

agentorange

@duck87 Sitting in ANY seat of the cars that guy had was a high risk proposition, even when girls were not involved. His driving made it easy to memorise bus and train schedules.

jederino

Feel good it was not a 328i windshield you have to replace. Pacific Northwest dealer quoted my friend $1,900, which he passed on.

andres3

Happened with my '95 Neon too, only after warranty back then. It's a Chrysler quality issue, nothing to do with Daimler or the Italians.... but nice deflection...