Windscreen Wiper Marks - A3 8V

[ZEROH]

Hey guys!

First time poster looking for some advice regarding windscreen mark issues!

A little over a year ago I was fortunate to pick up my first Audi; A low mileage 2016 A3 Sportback with S line trim. 

It’s been my pride and joy during commutes to and from work, however I can’t help but question the quality of the glass used on the front windscreen. 

Over the last couple of months I’ve replaced the front wiper blades twice after noticing a number of hairline marks developing on the drivers side. 

In recent weeks these have started to form into larger arcs which has left me stumped. 

All parts are genuine and I wash my car religiously / keep it covered over night. So I’m baffled to how passing dirt can cause this much damage. 

It’s now to the point that I clean both wiper blades before I jump in the car for even the shortest drives.  

After dropping the car off at my local Audi dealership for a review they’ve assured me there aren’t any faults with the newly replaced blades, wiper arms or windscreen (but still charged me for a fresh pair of blades 😔) 

Has anyone experienced anything similar to this? Am I focussing too much on my windscreen or is there something genuinely flawed here?

Any thoughts, fixes or recommendations would really be appreciated. 

[Magnet]

Hello Nath,

Thanks for being in touch with the forum.

Were the Audi dealership able to confirm that the windscreen in the car, is the one originally fitted when new - and in fact did they check for that? 

I seem to recall that some replacement screens have been criticised for being far more prone to marking than the original build ones were. 
Kind regards,

Gareth. 

[ZEROH]

Hey Gareth,

Thanks for the speedy response, good question. 

I have scanned through the service history i have but can’t find any formalised notice of a replacement but have yet to clarify with the dealerships records. I can confirm that the current screen is an official part (it has the Audi badge) but that’s about it.

I don’t suppose you know of any formalised documentation regarding these replacement screen issues that I can use as leverage?

Sadly I doubt the garage will willingly replace the screen if it was an issue from the previous owner but I will see what comes of querying the history.

All ears if anyone has any tips to reduce any further markings in the meantime.

Thanks again,

Nath