Weather Conditions ¢Temperature: 40°F ¢Precipitation: Light rain Road Conditions: ¢Location: Interstate 79 South, Pittsburgh, PA ¢Road Type: Interstate highway ¢Road Quality: Normal, no visible deficiencies Vehicle Speed: ¢Approximately 65 mph Vehicle Occupants: ¢Driver (Adult) ¢2 Child Passengers Description of Damage: ¢27-inch crack across the windshield, extending into the drivers primary field of vision Summary: While driving southbound on Interstate 79 near Pittsburgh, PA, at approximately 65 mph in light rain and a temperature of 40°F, defroster on , I heard a sudden, loud cracking noise from the windshield. Upon pulling over to inspect, I observed a crack approximately 27 inches long, originating at the base of the windshield and extending upward into my direct line of sight. I marked the crack to monitor its progression and continued the trip with caution. Damage Details and Observations: ¢The crack originates from the lower edge (root) of the windshield. ¢The crack changes direction as it extends and intersects with a small surface chip. ¢The chip measures approximately 0.039 inches (1mm) in diameter and 0.0018 inches (0.1mm) in depth. ¢The chip is located below the hood line and directly behind the windshield wiper bracket, in an area not easily visible during standard inspections. Vehicle Information: Subaru Outback Wilderness Edition which is marketed and designed with enhanced off-road capabilities relative to the standard Outback model. Concerns: Based on the location, characteristics, and progression of the crack, I have strong doubts that this damage was caused solely by a foreign object impact (FOD). Furthermore, even if FOD was a contributing factor, the small size and isolated position of the chip ‘ in an area shielded by the wiper bracket ‘ raises serious concerns about the structural integrity of the windshield itself. The extent and propagation of the crack appear disproportionate to the damage