{"id":66244,"date":"2023-08-15T23:41:13","date_gmt":"2023-08-16T03:41:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/info.glass.com\/?p=66244"},"modified":"2024-04-03T21:22:12","modified_gmt":"2024-04-04T01:22:12","slug":"shattered-sunroof-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.glass.com\/info\/shattered-sunroof-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Shattered Sunroof Explained: Here’s What To Do"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your car\u2019s sunroof is a great feature, but it does require some maintenance. Watch out for leaks, malfunctioning buttons, or worst of all, shattered glass. Nobody wants to deal with a shattered sunroof, but if it does happen to you, Glass.com has some steps you can take until you schedule its replacement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Can Sunroofs Spontaneously Explode?<\/span><\/h2>\n

You\u2019re driving down the road and suddenly you have a shattered sunroof<\/a>. I<\/span>t\u2019s certainly a dramatic and jolting experience. Although it may seem like a freak accident, it\u2019s not a unique experience. There have been several news reports of families who have experienced this scenario. One <\/span>major story<\/span><\/a> involved a family in Virginia who reported that, while driving along Loudoun County Parkway, their SUV\u2019s sunroof shattered without warning. Some automakers have even issued <\/span>recalls over a faulty sunroof<\/span><\/a>. All kinds of autos have been involved in recalls, so it\u2019s a good idea to regularly check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration\u2019s database to see if your vehicle\u2019s model has been recalled.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Other Sunroof Issues to Watch Out For<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sunroofs<\/span><\/a> and moonroofs, regardless of the vehicle make and model, are not entirely maintenance-free. Before we dive into those glass breakage problems, let\u2019s understand some of the other things that could happen to your sunroof.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sunroof Water Leaks<\/span><\/h3>\n

The most common problem is water leakage. Avoid a wet mess inside your vehicle by routinely opening your sunroof and inspecting the drain holes in both front corners. Leakage can be caused by clogging in these drains. Thankfully, this problem is easy to solve with a shop vacuum to remove debris. If that doesn\u2019t work, it may be time to contact an <\/span>auto glass shop<\/span><\/a> to help with the repair. You definitely don\u2019t want a leak to get out of control. This can lead to more problems including stains, mildew, and rust.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sunroof Won\u2019t Open<\/span><\/h3>\n

Try as you might, sometimes your sunroof refuses to operate properly. This is usually caused by one of three things:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. A bad switch<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. A dead motor<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Faulty wiring<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    None of these are quick fixes, so it may be time to take your vehicle to the shop where they can make adjustments. In the meantime, it\u2019s important to clean the sunroof tracks regularly to minimize dirt and debris. Not only can this lead to leaks, it can cause your sunroof to get stuck either open or closed.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    What Kinds of Sunroofs Are There?<\/span><\/h2>\n

    The type of sunroof in your vehicle depends on the make and model. Some styles have a straightforward manual operation while some power options can be very high-tech.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n