Depends on the size of the crack. If it is small enough a repair can be made that is fairly inexpensive and will keep the crack from getting any larger. If the crack obstructs the drivers vision you need to have the windshield replaced. Many glass repair shops will come to your home or place of business to make the repair and, depending on your deductible, most insurance companies will cove the repair free rather than pay for a new windshield. Your local glass repair shop will have all the details.
Also, even if the crack extends clear across the windshield you can rest assured that under normal circumsantces the windshield is not going to fall out or leak. The glass is laminated over a pretty substantial rubber like layer to prevent shattering.
No, it must be repaired and/or replaced.
replaced
Driving around in Indiana with a windshield suffering from a small crack is fine. But, if the crack exceeds the size of a credit car the glass must be replaced.
No, it is not illegal to sell a car with a cracked windshield in the state of Illinois. However, it is illegal to drive a car with a cracked windshield in almost any state.
Yes, but the cracked windshield will decrease the value of the car. You will probably have more success finding a buyer if you replace the windshield.
Full coverage, minus the deductible.
yes, i live there and its very dangerous you should get it fixed
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not where i live
yes
Experts say windshield wiper blades should be replaced every six to twelve months, and wiper blade manufacturers recommend changing wiper blades every year.
In California, a cracked windshiled is a 'fix-it' ticket. Go to the nearest California Highway Patrol office to have the cracked windshield infraction signed-off.