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- 2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
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I just purchased a 2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon brand new. I remote started my vehicle and the windshield cracked while it was parked in my driveway. No damage was sustained to the windshield from debris.
I was reading the manual for the 2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon and in the "Getting to know your vehicle" section on page #23 it discusses the remote start system. I entered it below:
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REMOTE START COMFORT SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED
When Remote Start is activated, the front and rear defrost will automatically turn on in cold weather. The heated steering wheel and driver heated seat feature will also turn on if programmed in the Comfort menu screen within Uconnect Settings "⇨UCONNECT SETTINGS".
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
The climate controls automatically adjust to an optimal temperature and mode, dependent upon the outside ambient temperature. When the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position, the climate controls will resume their previous settings.
Manual Temperature Control (MTC) — If Equipped
In ambient temperatures of 40°F (4.5°C) or below, the climate settings will default to maximum heat, with fresh air entering the cabin. If the front defrost timer expires, the vehicle will enter Mix Mode.
In ambient temperatures from 40°F (4.5°C) to 78°F (26°C), the climate settings will be based on the last settings selected by the driver.
In ambient temperatures of 78°F (26°C) or above, the climate settings will default to MAX A/C, Bi-Level mode, and Recirculation on.
For more information on ATC, MTC, and climate control settings, see "⇨CLIMATE CONTROLS".
Note:
These features will stay on through the duration of Remote Start, or until the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position. The climate control settings will change if manually adjusted by the driver while the vehicle is in remote start mode. This includes turning the climate controls off using the OFF button.
REMOTE START WINDSHIELD WIPER DE-ICER ACTIVATION — IF EQUIPPED
When Remote Start is active and the outside ambient temperature is less than 33°F (0.6°C), the Windshield Wiper De-Icer will activate. Exiting Remote Start will resume previous operation. If the Windshield Wiper De-Icer was active, the Windshield Wiper De-Icer timer and operation will continue.
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After reading this I wondered if I could place the heat settings to the floor at a lower temperature like 70 degrees so that when I shut the vehicle off and attempt to remote start it again the heat will go to the floor and not the defroster. (mind you it is 26 degrees outside currently) After setting the heat to floor setting, shutting the truck off, and then remote starting it; the truck automatically turned on the defroster on high fan speed at the hottest temperature. I went through all the settings and there is no way to change these settings unless you turn off the cold weather comfort setting all together which defeats the purpose of even having the cold weather group. Based on where the heat from the defroster blasts onto the windshield I would have to say it is the reason the windshield cracked in the middle like a rainbow starting from the bottom of the glass.
Either Corning Gorilla Glass needs to take a look at the actual strength of their glass or JEEP needs to reevaluate the settings within the computer for that feature. Either way the Corning Gorilla Glass is another extra charge for a stronger feature. Many other individuals have posted on Jeep Forums discussing the same issue occurring with their new vehicles that have sustained no damage to create the actual cracking windshield.
I also attempted to contact my extended warranty and they told me the crack is bigger than 6 inches and they are not covering it. This vehicle is brand new with no damage. I am upset about this.
I know this has happened to a few people, but if it is happening more I was hoping it would be a recall. Please post about your vehicle if this happened to you.
I am attaching photos. The cracks started at the bottom of the windshield under the wipers. Throughout the crack in the "rainbow" there is no damage suggesting a rock or debris striking the glass.
I was reading the manual for the 2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon and in the "Getting to know your vehicle" section on page #23 it discusses the remote start system. I entered it below:
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REMOTE START COMFORT SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED
When Remote Start is activated, the front and rear defrost will automatically turn on in cold weather. The heated steering wheel and driver heated seat feature will also turn on if programmed in the Comfort menu screen within Uconnect Settings "⇨UCONNECT SETTINGS".
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
The climate controls automatically adjust to an optimal temperature and mode, dependent upon the outside ambient temperature. When the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position, the climate controls will resume their previous settings.
Manual Temperature Control (MTC) — If Equipped
In ambient temperatures of 40°F (4.5°C) or below, the climate settings will default to maximum heat, with fresh air entering the cabin. If the front defrost timer expires, the vehicle will enter Mix Mode.
In ambient temperatures from 40°F (4.5°C) to 78°F (26°C), the climate settings will be based on the last settings selected by the driver.
In ambient temperatures of 78°F (26°C) or above, the climate settings will default to MAX A/C, Bi-Level mode, and Recirculation on.
For more information on ATC, MTC, and climate control settings, see "⇨CLIMATE CONTROLS".
Note:
These features will stay on through the duration of Remote Start, or until the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position. The climate control settings will change if manually adjusted by the driver while the vehicle is in remote start mode. This includes turning the climate controls off using the OFF button.
REMOTE START WINDSHIELD WIPER DE-ICER ACTIVATION — IF EQUIPPED
When Remote Start is active and the outside ambient temperature is less than 33°F (0.6°C), the Windshield Wiper De-Icer will activate. Exiting Remote Start will resume previous operation. If the Windshield Wiper De-Icer was active, the Windshield Wiper De-Icer timer and operation will continue.
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After reading this I wondered if I could place the heat settings to the floor at a lower temperature like 70 degrees so that when I shut the vehicle off and attempt to remote start it again the heat will go to the floor and not the defroster. (mind you it is 26 degrees outside currently) After setting the heat to floor setting, shutting the truck off, and then remote starting it; the truck automatically turned on the defroster on high fan speed at the hottest temperature. I went through all the settings and there is no way to change these settings unless you turn off the cold weather comfort setting all together which defeats the purpose of even having the cold weather group. Based on where the heat from the defroster blasts onto the windshield I would have to say it is the reason the windshield cracked in the middle like a rainbow starting from the bottom of the glass.
Either Corning Gorilla Glass needs to take a look at the actual strength of their glass or JEEP needs to reevaluate the settings within the computer for that feature. Either way the Corning Gorilla Glass is another extra charge for a stronger feature. Many other individuals have posted on Jeep Forums discussing the same issue occurring with their new vehicles that have sustained no damage to create the actual cracking windshield.
I also attempted to contact my extended warranty and they told me the crack is bigger than 6 inches and they are not covering it. This vehicle is brand new with no damage. I am upset about this.
I know this has happened to a few people, but if it is happening more I was hoping it would be a recall. Please post about your vehicle if this happened to you.
I am attaching photos. The cracks started at the bottom of the windshield under the wipers. Throughout the crack in the "rainbow" there is no damage suggesting a rock or debris striking the glass.
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