Subaru Forester Windshield Replacement Cost

The latest 5 windshield quotes for a Subaru Forester on Auto Glass Estimator span $263 to $450 (September 2026). A 2020 Subaru Forester 4 Door Utility drew the top quote ($450) and a 2010 Subaru Forester 4 Door Utility the lowest ($263). Expect recalibration of stereo cameras mounted at the top of the windshield on Subaru models with Subaru EyeSight; it is a separate step after the glass is set. Updated September 2026.

Subaru Forester windshield replacement cost by model year

Model-year averages run $217 to $770: 2000–2009 average $274, 2010–2019 average $315, 2020–2025 average $461.

Average of Auto Glass Estimator quotes by model year (1998–2025). Table updated September 2026.

Year	Average Price
2025	$770.01
2024	$519.54
2023	$540.11
2022	$297.50
2021	$314.18
2020	$321.93
2019	$321.70
2018	$321.83
2017	$344.71
2016	$359.98
2015	$327.07
2014	$339.05
2013	$275.11
2012	$291.44
2011	$289.26
2010	$278.94
2009	$280.55
2008	$245.15
2007	$323.94
2006	$251.15
2005	$250.15
2004	$299.24
2003	$337.41
2002	$260.67
2001	$216.52
2000	$280.07
1999	$289.78
1998	$322.40

What changes the price for a Subaru Forester

• Camera calibration. Subaru’s position statement requires the stereo camera inspection and adjustment after every windshield replacement — ask the shop to include it in the Forester quote. Subaru made EyeSight standard across the Outback, Legacy, Forester and Ascent lines for the 2019 model year — worth checking which year your Forester is.
• Genuine glass. On a Forester this matters: Subaru says only its genuine windshield is certified to work with EyeSight and that other glass may prevent correct calibration; the price gap is covered in our OEM vs. aftermarket comparison.
• Age of the car. Older Forester models (1998–2006) average $279 in our table against $417 for 2017–2025.
• Calibration cost. On a Forester with a camera, recalibration is billed separately from the glass; see what ADAS recalibration really costs.

Recent Subaru Forester windshield replacement estimates

Subaru Forester: repair or replace?

A chip smaller than a quarter or a crack shorter than about three inches can usually be repaired — faster and far cheaper than a full replacement. Replacement is the safer choice when the damage is longer than a dollar bill, sits in the driver’s line of sight, reaches the edge of the glass (which weakens the whole windshield), or goes through both layers. A qualified shop can confirm which option your Subaru Forester qualifies for.

Does insurance cover a Subaru Forester windshield?

Whether insurance covers your Subaru Forester windshield depends on your comprehensive coverage and deductible. A few states require insurers to waive the glass deductible entirely, and some insurers waive it for small chip repairs. See our guides to states with zero deductible for comprehensive glass claims and states with glass endorsement coverage to check the rules in your state.

Subaru Forester owner reviews

• “Fair, fast and friendly” — James W., Fayetteville, NC, 2022-04-15 (5/5)
• “Extremely easy to use, full communication of the entire process, very friendly people and efficient staff. Would definitely recommend to everyone!” — MARCUS V., Toms River, NJ, 2021-04-18 (5/5)
• “Fast,friendly,honest and on time!!!!” — Chessie R., Newport News, VA, 2020-09-29 (5/5)
• “Fast, friendly, professional service and very reasonable pricing. Definitely recommend.” — Ken H., Hellertown, PA, 2020-06-21 (5/5)
• “timely, efficient and professional. clean work.” — john m., Big Bear City, CA, 2019-06-04 (5/5)

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