Stone Chip on Windshield
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Stone Chip on Windshield
So, I got a stone chip on the windshield over the weekend while driving on the highway. It's pea-sized, dead smack in the middle. I think it could've been worse....
Anyway, I couldn't find the thread about the couple of you that had a crack in the windshield, but what's the advice?
I know my insurance covers it, so I was just going to take it to an Apple Auto Glass place. Do I need to do anything through MB (i.e. let my dealer know)? I don't think it's covered by warranty.
Anyway, I couldn't find the thread about the couple of you that had a crack in the windshield, but what's the advice?
I know my insurance covers it, so I was just going to take it to an Apple Auto Glass place. Do I need to do anything through MB (i.e. let my dealer know)? I don't think it's covered by warranty.
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Sorry... no warranty coverage that's for sure... no need to contact the dealer unless you decide to use them to do the repair... purely an insurance issue. Most times the repair is a simple procedure. The bulls-eye chip can be filled and polished depending on the size. But if there's a chance it can shatter or spread, then the entire windshield should be replaced.
The OEM windshield sucks.... I would try to get another brand that's more durable and chip resistant. (A built-in sun band would be nice too).
These GLK's have an almost verticle windshield... prone to rock and debris damage.... so expect that this may be a yearly replacement chore.
Good luck
The OEM windshield sucks.... I would try to get another brand that's more durable and chip resistant. (A built-in sun band would be nice too).
These GLK's have an almost verticle windshield... prone to rock and debris damage.... so expect that this may be a yearly replacement chore.
Good luck
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Sorry... no warranty coverage that's for sure... no need to contact the dealer unless you decide to use them to do the repair... purely an insurance issue. Most times the repair is a simple procedure. The bulls-eye chip can be filled and polished depending on the size. But if there's a chance it can shatter or spread, then the entire windshield should be replaced.
The OEM windshield sucks.... I would try to get another brand that's more durable and chip resistant. (A built-in sun band would be nice too).
These GLK's have an almost verticle windshield... prone to rock and debris damage.... so expect that this may be a yearly replacement chore.
Good luck
The OEM windshield sucks.... I would try to get another brand that's more durable and chip resistant. (A built-in sun band would be nice too).
These GLK's have an almost verticle windshield... prone to rock and debris damage.... so expect that this may be a yearly replacement chore.
Good luck
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They fill the chip with a resin to prevent any cracks from spreading... depending on the size of the chip/crack... it may still be visible after repair.
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Many insurance companies will pay for the cost of a chip repair at Safelight or other vendor. Or you can buy a repair kit from AutoZone, Checker Auto or Pep Boys for about $10 and repair it yourself. I've done this many times over the years and carry a repair kit with me in the trunk. It is effective for chips (not big cracks) and to prevent chips from developing into larger cracks, particularly if the chip is not directly in your line of sight.
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So I took it to the auto glass shop and they fixed it for 100$ - billed to the insurance company, no deductible or premium increase (unless all of us GLK owners start claiming stone chips!!) 
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I got a chip on my windshield just 2 months after buying the car. Luckily i bought the windshield insurance from the dealer. No issues with the new one, but I'm not sure its OEM because it came from Ohio.
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I had mine replaced 3 weeks ago via Safelite. They only have original MB for our cars because you need the connection on the top for the auto wipers. Thats the box behind the rearview mirror. The windsheild came with the contacts fused to the glass. I also got a replacement MB decal for the lower right corner. (I had to purchase that separately, BTW I have an extra). 
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If you have State Farm Insurance (And I would bet others too) and the chip can be repaired......State farm will have you go to their "authorized" windshield dealer and he will repair the windshield at no cost to you and no,it does not go against your record. They can fill the chip with optically clear epoxy and it will be unnoticeable and the chip will not turn into a crack as some will do.
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When i purchased my GLK i got the Polystar warranty and they are great. Ive had several rock chips. All i do is call them up and set up an appointment with safelite to do the repair. After so much repairing my windshield finally got struck by a large rock and it needed replacement. Called them again and got my windshield replaced in 30 minutes! Free of charge! Im glad i got that 500 dollar warranty for 5 years
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i got my windshiled with a small crack after only 2 months.
I think it is the windshield that is so much vertical compared to other models.
from now on I will use the wipescreens more often and at a faster pace so maybe if any stone gets in the way I have a better chance to push it away whils the wipescreen is working
I think it is the windshield that is so much vertical compared to other models.
from now on I will use the wipescreens more often and at a faster pace so maybe if any stone gets in the way I have a better chance to push it away whils the wipescreen is working
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GLK 350 windshield and sunroof issues
WARNING. GLK 350 design flaw.
Year 2 of owning GLK 350 and already on windshield #3 and sunroof #2. I drive I-80 and have noticed that the glk 350 has a HORRIBLE glass design. Someone messed up big time. The angle of the windshield lends to frequent rock chips as it is nearly vertical. Disappointing. In addition, the sunroof has little protection and is exposed to potential rock damage as well. Major pain. Just replace a shattered sunroof that nearly fell in on me (just little debris made it through some holes). Wish I had gone Volvo or audi.
Year 2 of owning GLK 350 and already on windshield #3 and sunroof #2. I drive I-80 and have noticed that the glk 350 has a HORRIBLE glass design. Someone messed up big time. The angle of the windshield lends to frequent rock chips as it is nearly vertical. Disappointing. In addition, the sunroof has little protection and is exposed to potential rock damage as well. Major pain. Just replace a shattered sunroof that nearly fell in on me (just little debris made it through some holes). Wish I had gone Volvo or audi.
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