Replacement windshield

[RS.Bruffett]

I don’t see it on my 21.

Mom and I just Test Drove Several 2021 XLT Sport Explorers. All were Identical except Color. There was a Diamond White Tricoat, a Carbonized Grey, and a Rapid Red, which is the One She Purchased. The White and Grey both had this Profile in the DOT Matrix, on the Right Lower Corner of the Glass, but Her Red One Doesn't. It just has a Ford Oval Decal in that spot. I was wondering why it didn't have that feature. We also noticed the Left Driver's Window Glass has been Replaced with Non Ford Glass, which is not Marked as Laminated. It is a Ford Gold Certified Vehicle with 40k miles. I just wish I knew why the Driver's Window was Replaced, and why the Windshield doesn't have the Profile in the DOT Matrix.

 

[GearHead_1]

I can't speak to the different models, XLT, ST, etc. all coming with the little Exploder emblem. That said, some of the ST's windshields from the COVID time frame didn't have the Explorer profile from the factory. Truth is, at that point, they were just happy to get enough parts to put cars together.

 

[hbalek]

I can't speak to the different models, XLT, ST, etc. all coming with the little Exploder cartouche. That said, some of the ST's from the Covid time frame windshields didn't have the Explorer profile from the factory.

My 2020 built in Nov. 2019 didn't have that special windshielf decal. I'm ok with that since I have features that were deleted on the 2021 model. On the other hand, I've endured numerous and major failures all under warranty since the first year.

 

[RS.Bruffett]

I can't speak to the different models, XLT, ST, etc. all coming with the little Exploder emblem. That said, some of the ST's windshields from the COVID time frame didn't have the Explorer profile from the factory. Truth is, at that point, they were just happy to get enough parts to put cars together.

That Sounds like the most plausible reason as to why Mom's doesn't have the Profile in the Dot Matrix. I asked at the dealer when we took it in for the Recall for the Rear Axel Bolts, and they said it Definitely hadn't been Replaced, because the "UAW Built with Pride" sticker only came from the Factory, not on Replacement Windshields. I've seen people post on YouTube who didn't get the Start/Stop Button, Rear AC Controls, and even AC Temp Readouts because of the Parts/Chip Shortages during that Time frame.

 

[irontmp]

Mom and I just Test Drove Several 2021 XLT Sport Explorers. All were Identical except Color. There was a Diamond White Tricoat, a Carbonized Grey, and a Rapid Red, which is the One She Purchased. The White and Grey both had this Profile in the DOT Matrix, on the Right Lower Corner of the Glass, but Her Red One Doesn't. It just has a Ford Oval Decal in that spot. I was wondering why it didn't have that feature. your insurance coverage for auto glass We also noticed the Left Driver's Window Glass has been Replaced with Non Ford Glass, which is not Marked as Laminated. It is a Ford Gold Certified Vehicle with 40k miles. I just wish I knew why the Driver's Window was Replaced, and why the Windshield doesn't have the Profile in the DOT Matrix.

Most people who choose Safelite’s non-OEM glass don’t regret it. It’s generally serviceable, looks the same, and functions the same for everyday use. The most common complaints are the occasional bit of optical distortion and that some aftermarket glass can chip a little easier than OEM. If your vehicle has ADAS, some users report camera calibration needing extra attention, but many have no issues at all. Overall, experiences are mixed but mostly positive, and many drivers feel the difference isn’t noticeable in normal day-to-day driving.