2022 mazda 3 windshield replacement cost

Within the first week of owning my polymetal gray 2021 mazda 3 Premium (w/ red interior) I got hit by a rock on the edge of the windshield which gave me a nice 6 inch crack.

After speaking with my insurance agency and various glas shops, no one is willing to replace this windshield due to the safety features.

Has anyone else encountered this kind of situation? I don't believe there is a safety concern, I just don't want a crack in my brand new windshield.

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level 1

I work for a Mazda dealership and I've not heard of this. There is no reason why a glass shop cannot install the windshield

level 2

I suppose the guy said he could do the glass, but his calibration equipment doesn't work on this car. Could I take it to a dealer to calibrate once he installs it?

level 1

If you find a place that’ll do it make sure you get the oem glass and not the cheaper option. Just call your local dealership I’m sure they’ll do it and if they don’t they will tell you a place that will do it

level 2

Yeah, the guy i spoke to was adamant that I got oem installed. Now I need to convince my insurance that that's the case.

level 1

· 2 yr. ago · edited 2 yr. ago

I vaguely remember seeing another post about this. If I remember correctly it's because of the built-in camera/sensor mounted in the mirror assembly housing, which is contoured with the windshield. A certified Mazda repair shop or dealership would have to do the installation if the entire windshield is being swapped out. It's not a job some random Safelite tech or independent shop can do. I don't know for sure, but I honestly wouldn't be surprised if some calibration process is needed after the new windshield is installed.

level 2

I think the problem is if they fuck it up then it needs to be recalibrated i believe that’s why most shop do not want to do it.

level 2

You're pretty much spot on, its the calibration process that makes it a definite OEM replacement. I dont know if its just the gen 4, but both paint/glass are very prone to cracks and chips.

level 1

That's interesting and good to know. I have an '08 and I have the lights/wiper sensor on mine and so far it hasn't been an issue to rehook, but that's not something that needs to be recalibrated. I've probably had my windshield replaced 8 times in 12 years by now lol.

level 2

Jesus christ dude, do you live in an area where people like to throw rocks at cars?

In 10 years of driving, I have never once replaced a windshield.

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