New Windshield Not Centered

[mnm567]

Might be grounds for divorce Seriously, many functions rely on the windshield. If everything appears to be working (cameras, lane centering/keeping) and it doesn't leak try therapy for the OCD that you and I share.

Hahaha!! This made my day! She’s a keeper though!

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[Ford Motor Company]

Hello All! New to the forum so here is my fist post. I just purchased a new to me 2023 3.5 EB Supercrew Lariat with 26,000 miles and had the dealer I purchased it from replace the windshield. The original one looked like someone shot it with birdshot.

The Dealer had a glass installer that’s been in business awhile, replace it with a Ford original windshield. I finally paid closer attention to it this evening and noticed it was off center left to right. The camera looks perfectly centered in the location but there is a bigger gap on the driver side A post. Is this something I should be worried about or am I overreacting?

Take a look at the pictures and let me know what you think. Thanks!

Good afternoon, Matt. Would you please send over a private message with your VIN and dealer info so I can look into this windshield concern on my end?

 

[mnm567]

Good afternoon, Matt. Would you please send over a private message with your VIN and dealer info so I can look into this windshield concern on my end?

This replacement was completed through an independent glass repair company.

 

[roadPilot]

Camera is part of the windshield so it will be centered to the windshield regardless. They can pull it back off and recenter it. I'd contact them directly and make a fuss. Tell them more than one person has noticed it and it needs rectified. You're going to leave them a review, what it's comprised of depends on them -- you're simply giving them a chance to determine what the review says before you leave it.

You want them to R&R a windshield to move it 1/8"? ROTFLMFAO!

OP - It's fine. You'll probably have it replaced in a year or two anyway.

 

[mnm567]

You want them to R&R a windshield to move it 1/8"? ROTFLMFAO!

OP - It's fine. You'll probably have it replaced in a year or two anyway.

I have come to the conclusion that it’s fine. Why are these so susceptible to cracks and stuff?!?! I keep seeing that. I came from a 2013 Toyota Tundra and had the OG windshield!

Truly though, I really appreciate everyone’s opinion, you talked me off the ledge and I am grateful for that. I have been a part of many auto forums from way back and this is what I love about them. The info and advice that’s shared.

EVERYONE HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

 

[HammaMan]

Some things can't be unseen. Not my truck, but if it was, that windshield would be centered. If they charged more to make sure it's centered they should have been upfront w/ it .
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[mnm567]

Some things can't be unseen. Not my truck, but if it was, that windshield would be centered. If they charged more to make sure it's centered they should have been upfront w/ it .
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I completely understand! My OCD is on FIRE. This replacement was because the windshield that was on it when I bought it, was cashed out. I don’t have any money in it (this windshield replacement) other than the money I spent to purchase this truck!!

My concern at this point, is that they mess more stuff up while trying to remove and re-set the windshield. I struggle with trust issues. Which is why I maintain my vehicles myself.

 

[HammaMan]

I'd at least talk to them about it -- they may just want to redo it anyway. I wouldn't want my work out there like that. If it's a company worth dealing with they'll just fix it -- if not, well, add them to the avoid list. I've 80k in my truck, ya think I'd look at a tesla-gapped windshield? Nuh uh

 

[roadPilot]

1/8" ... ?

They aren't going to touch that.

 

[mnm567]

I'd at least talk to them about it -- they may just want to redo it anyway. I wouldn't want my work out there like that. If it's a company worth dealing with they'll just fix it -- if not, well, add them to the avoid list. I've 80k in my truck, ya think I'd look at a tesla-gapped windshield? Nuh uh

I think I will give them a call after the holiday and see what they say. Can’t hurt.

 

[roadPilot]

1/8" ... ?

They aren't going to touch that.

You really think they are gonna R&R a windshield to move it 1/8", @HammaMan?

Put your money where your emoji is. It won't be the first bet I've won on these forums. ?

 

[na8rboy]

It would be back there for them to correct it, if it was mine.

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