Is sunroof glass breakable?
The fact that sunroofs are breaking at all could be the result of road vibration, temperature changes, pressure from the mounting hardware that holds the glass or a combination of all three. Some automakers like Volvo and Tesla have begun using only laminated glass in their sunroofs.
Why did my sunroof shattered?
According to Global News, the issue could be from contaminants inside the glass, which cause the glass to shatter due to “internal stress caused by high temperatures.” Consumer Reports reported that the moonroofs are susceptible to damage because the glass bends and warps over time as the car goes over bumps and dips.
What kind of glass is a sunroof?
laminated glass
“All current and prior Tesla vehicle sunroofs use laminated glass,” Tesla said.
Is it normal for a sunroof to shatter while driving?
The bigger problems with a sunroof is one whose glass shatters spontaneously while driving with no warning. Whenever one of these situations occur it always seems to make the news, perhaps making it seem more common than it is when you consider the millions of cars equipped with a sunroof.
Why does my sunroof break in my car?
This could happen with the side or back windshield, and it is more common with sunroofs. Spontaneous auto glass breakage occurs because these types of auto glass are made of tempered glass and when tempered glass breaks it can break in a million small pieces. This is to protect you from jagged shards.
What causes the glass on a sunroof to shatter?
Other causes could include accidental breakages caused by rocks, tree branches or other debris. Or even sports accidents like a ball hitting the sunroof, can be the cause. The bigger problems with a sunroof is one whose glass shatters spontaneously while driving with no warning.
Is there a recall on a shattered sunroof?
For instance, a Virginia family reported that while driving along Loudoun County Parkway, their SUV’s sunroof suddenly shattered. Occasionally an automaker will even issue a recall over a faulty sunroof.