[X3MBullet]

I had mine replaced 9/2022 by Safelite and I requested for it to be OEM. Its going to come with a bracket for the camera and its one part #. Safelite has really got warranty and I am having mine now checked because something happened to that bracket and now getting all kind of errors because it can't calibrate. Dealer denied the claim because they didn't install the windshield. I would recommend go to dealer and use your insurance. Do a search and this is happening to others. The bracket maybe failing causing this.

[Oldgixxer]

Originally Posted by X3MBullet

I had mine replaced 9/2022 by Safelite and I requested for it to be OEM. Its going to come with a bracket for the camera and its one part #. Safelite has really got warranty and I am having mine now checked because something happened to that bracket and now getting all kind of errors because it can't calibrate. Dealer denied the claim because they didn't install the windshield. I would recommend go to dealer and use your insurance. Do a search and this is happening to others. The bracket maybe failing causing this.

Damn I feel for you,that sucks!

[ttx3m]

The dealer just replaced mine yesterday. Or I should say the shop they outsourced to replaced it.

Cost was $1650 as promised, $400 for install and the remainder was glass and the seals.

Interestingly, there is no black seal across the top of the windshield where it meets the roof anymore. I recall it being there previously because it was a little loose.

Anyways, good as new once again.

[SCCThree]

Have the dealer do it. If the drivers assist cameras get screwed up, the dealer will blame Safelite and it’ll be on you to try to get someone to fix it. Trust me.

[rr2012]

Originally Posted by ttx3m

We’ll it happened to me after about 8 months of ownership. Tire punctures and windshield rock chips seem to gravitate toward both my cars and my wife’s as well. In 8 months of ownership I’ve had 2 screws in tires and now a baseball sized spot on my windshield.

Long story short was driving past someone at about 25-30mph that was weed eating and sure enough a big rock flew up and nailed my windshield. Glad it didn’t hit the body due to the size!

I’ve got quotes all across the board for replacement. I do not have HUD or the traffic assist so really nothing special here.

Calling insurance company tomorrow to see if they’ll allow me to go to BMW.

$550
Glas Tek - local company I’ve used for repairing chips in the past as well as 1 full replacement. Never had a problem so I’ve kept going back.

$850
Safelite

$1650
BMW dealership

My 2020 x3 windshield cracked on jan4- almost identical location and looks similar in shape and size. I heard a loud pop and then noticed this- i could swear i didn't really see a rock flying over/ hitting it.

This 2020 x3 is my 4th x3- I have heard the same kind of loud pops many times coming from the windshield on previous x3s as well as this one but never had a corresponding crack before. I have also seen rocks flying and hitting the glass and seen corresponding chips or cracks

I am wondering if they use some defective glass or technology that causes these pops / cracks at low temperatures once cabin heats up. The bmw cabin heats up so quick and this is so useful in winter-

I have a $1000 deductible. My out of pocket: Safelite quote for oem is 1781, dealership 2489. Planning to go with safelite.

[ttx3m]

Wow that’s pricey! My cost from dealer was $1650 but I don’t have heads up display or anything.

[cutnsew]

Just had mine replaced. Multiple quarter size chips in a few weeks. Dealer redirected me to a 3rd party autoglass company & said they outsource everything to them anyway. Went through my insurance, no hassle, and they replaced it at my work. Recalibrated and doing good (tested the lane-assist and everything on the way home).

Does anyone know of a decent protection film for the windshield, similar to PPF? I had numerous nicks in the windshield from smaller rocks that were too petite to crack the glass yet robust enough to put a nick in the outer layer. Prior to replacement my windshield looked like van gogh's Starry Night from all the sandblasting and small nicks... I'm assuming xpel is a bad idea b/c any variation in thickness form the application will be noticeable when driving.

[stoked335d]

Originally Posted by cutnsew

Does anyone know of a decent protection film for the windshield, similar to PPF? I had numerous nicks in the windshield from smaller rocks that were too petite to crack the glass yet robust enough to put a nick in the outer layer. Prior to replacement my windshield looked like van gogh's Starry Night from all the sandblasting and small nicks... I'm assuming xpel is a bad idea b/c any variation in thickness form the application will be noticeable when driving.

I have STEK dynoflex on windshield. There are mixed reviews on it. My experience is that it held up ok for past 18 months 14k miles. The key is to keep your wiper blades and windshield clean to avoid fine scratches. I see some fine lines during sunset driving. I have few chips on it from small rocks. It also helps not to tailgate especially during winter.