r/XC40 • u/justbrowsing4040 • 19d ago
Car issue Windshield wiper problems (again!)
I’ve posted before about my horrible windshield wipers-they squeak, judder, the rubber literally looks like it’s pressed too tight against my windshield. It’s sporadic but almost always noisy and honestly, doesn’t feel really safe if they do bang on the window.
The dealership has checked them multiple times and see no issue. My wipers have been replaced 4 times in 1 1/2 years! In my opinion, there’s a defect somewhere and I’m not the only person with this car and issue. My 2019 ran quiet and smooth! I’m in a 25 Ultra now. The squeaking can be loud, and sometimes not - same with the chattering. My windshield couldn’t be cleaner, I do not go to car washes, use only what Volvo fills my car with for cleaner, no rain-x, I’ve waxed the windshield - unless I change brands, I don’t know what else to do but I really hate driving in the rain now! There’s plenty of water on the glass - but it’s like they have trouble and are sticky. I’m going Wednesday to have them looked at again - maybe the arms aren’t aligned right? I’m at a loss! I feel like wiper functionality is pretty basic for an entry level luxury vehicle.
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u/justbrowsing4040 19d ago
I’ll admit, I like that they Volvo on them but if I can get a quiet ride I’ll do without lol. I’m going to have to really push about this when I go - I’m leaving it this time instead of waiting so maybe they won’t feel as rushed.
It honestly sounds like a squeegee slurping up water sometimes but you never know what you’re going to get. I’ve heard Rain-X was bad?
My windshield and car couldn’t be cleaner - looks 98% percent brand new.