Hello all... long time reader, brand new poster. i do however have a noob question, and I think this is the correct place to post the thread, however I could be wrong *wince* forgive me if this is the case.

Stupid question, I recently got a rock chip in my windshield while driving, which over the course of a couple hours of driving turned into a huge crack, stretching approx. 3/4 of the way across the windshield, and it needs to be replaced. I don't suppose there is a chance this is covered by the bumper to bumper warranty? if not, its gonna cost me $400 for a new one

 

nope, but insurance will pay if you want. I wouldnt suggest that route, but its an option

 

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unfortunatley no its not covered, same thing has happened to me, where were u quoted $400??

 

your insurance should cover it.... you do have insurance..... right?

 

Right on the money. A lot of insurance policies have a 0 deductible when it comes to automotive glass. Probably should file it. Call your ins. agent and ask them to be sure.

 

i may be a ******* but i think it should get replaced for free because its a saftey thing. Just like your seat belts would get replaced if they were to break

 

Yes insurance will cover it. Yu should shop around first bucause you "MIGHT" be able to find a place that will do it for less then what your deductable will cost. I had a windshield replaced in my Jimmy for $225.

 

if only that were the case....

 

yeah i agree check with your insuranse company, bumper to bumper warranty wont cover it. Sorry to hear what had happen, hope you get it fixed.

 

I would use insurance however my deductible is $500. Although I dont know about auto glass... I had no idea some companies had that policy. I guess I'll have to check. Any ideas on how I would find that out? lol

Thanks for the quick responses everyone...

 

Just call your broker, he should be able to poull your file right up and tell you!

 

Your auto glass coverage will not have a $500 deductable. That falls under a different page off you coverage. At most it will be $250 I think. Who do you have?

 

I think some states actually have laws that glass repair can't be charged a deductible. Reason why is as stated, it's a safety issue and often costs less than the average deductible to replace.

In others, you can also find glass places that'll pay your deductible for you and then rape the insurance company.. which, I'm fine with since they rape you once a month anyhow.

Just call around to a few places.

 

Yeah definately ask the insurance company first. I got my windshield replaced for about $250. I wouldn't pay more then $300 for it.

 

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