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If a crack extended into the thickness of the glass at such an angle

Section § 393.60: Glazing in specified openings.

Guidance Q&A

Question 3: If a crack extended into the thickness of the glass at such an angle as to measure 1/4’’ or more, measuring from the top edge of the crack on the outside surface of the windshield to vertical line drawn through the windshield to the far edge of this angled crack on the inside of the windshield, would this constitute a crack of 1/4’’ or more in width as defined in § 393.60(b)(2)?

Guidance: No. The crack, in order to fall outside the exception, would have to be a gap of 1/4’’ or more on the same surface of the windshield.

Regulatory Topic: Definition of ¼” windshield crack
Effective Date: Sunday, May 4, 1997
Issued Date: Friday, April 4, 1997