Can you return a leased car with a cracked windshield?
When you lease a car, it usually still under warranty. You will also be responsible for any wear and tear for your vehicle, so be sure to take care of the car and drive it with care. You are also responsible for repairing or replacing any windshield damage, repairing dings and scratches, and replacing tires if needed.
What happens if you mess up a leased car?
When you lease a vehicle, the lessor can charge you for “excessive” wear and tear. Minor things like scratches smaller than a quarter on the exterior may not incur any extra costs and they’re likely to fall within normal wear and tear. Anything bigger probably means paying more cash out of pocket when you return it.
Should I replace windshield on leased car?
If you lease your vehicle, you may have a few different concerns. Most lease policies require you to replace your windshield with glass from the original equipment manufacturer rather than using OEE auto glass, or what is considered original equipment equivalent.
Does Safelite use OEM parts?
Original Equipment Equivalent (OEE) auto glass is made to the same standards, but by a different manufacturer. Our customers can choose OEM or OEE prior to service.
What is considered excessive wear on a leased vehicle?
Excess wear and tear includes damages such as scratches, a bad color match, bumper damage, sanding marks and body damage more than 2 inches in diameter. Cracks, cuts, tears or stains that are more than 1/2 inch may be considered excess wear and tear.
What happens if you replace the windshield on a leased car?
If your car is leased, you could be in for a nasty surprise if you replace the windshield. It can cost you the retail dealer price of a new manufacturer’s windshield if you repair or replace your windshield. Leasing companies generally will not take back a car with some windshield repairs or aftermarket replacement windshields.
What happens if I return my car with an OEE windshield?
If you return your leased car with an OEE windshield, when you submit your car for inspection, you will probably find yourself paying for another new windshield. Your leasing company may require a manufacturer’s windshield or may accept an OEM windshield that is made to the same specifications.
Can you take a car back with a cracked windshield?
Leasing companies generally will not take back a car with some windshield repairs or aftermarket replacement windshield. BMW Financial Services will only accept a windshield with a crack that is no more than ¼” and which is located outside of the wiper span.
How much does it cost to replace a car windshield?
If you have an unacceptable crack or aftermarket windshield, your leasing company will replace the windshield with the manufacturer’s windshield when the car is returned and charge you the full retail replacement cost which could be as much as $800 – $2,500. Do Dealerships Replace Windshields?
If your car is leased, you could be in for a nasty surprise if you replace the windshield. It can cost you the retail dealer price of a new manufacturer’s windshield if you repair or replace your windshield. Leasing companies generally will not take back a car with some windshield repairs or aftermarket replacement windshields.
If you return your leased car with an OEE windshield, when you submit your car for inspection, you will probably find yourself paying for another new windshield. Your leasing company may require a manufacturer’s windshield or may accept an OEM windshield that is made to the same specifications.
What happens to your car when you lease it?
While you lease a car, you’re responsible for regular maintenance of the car, meaning oil changes and other regular upkeep. You’re also responsible for repairs, but because leased cars are usually new, they’re often still under manufacturer warranty which covers many repairs.
Can a car be repaired under a lease agreement?
Some repairs are covered under a lease agreement, depending on what options you added to your lease. In addition, the vehicle’s warranty and a covered maintenance plan may lessen the cost of repairs.