07 Jun OEM glass, calibration, and safety systems

Repairer Driven News recently reported on a GM windshield position statement. The article notes that GM’s structural and safety testing is carried out using GM genuine parts, including OEM glass, and that GM says it cannot confirm whether non-GM glass has been validated to the same performance and safety standards. The article also notes GM’s position that proper calibration procedures should be followed after windshield replacement.

This is relevant because windscreens are no longer just a piece of glass. They may be part of the vehicle’s structural performance, occupant protection performance, driver visibility, camera mounting, and ADAS operation.

Why this matters for Repair Certifiers:
Where glass replacement is linked to a repair certification file, especially where cameras or other ADAS components are involved, evidence of correct parts, fitment, calibration, and post-repair checks may be important.

Repairer Driven News: GM releases windshield position statement