Discovery 2017

↓ Advertise on DISCO5.CO.UK ↓

  • JBFUK
    Member Since: 25 Apr 2022
    Location: South East
    Posts: 86
    United Kingdom 

    Windscreen Replacement

    Picked up a horrible large chip with crack on the motorway a little while ago. I need to get the screen replaced, it'll be via insurance so Autoglass I imagine.

    I've been putting it off as I have this background fear that I've been very fortunate not to suffer from any of the windscreen leak issues that seem to have plagued many on this forum. This isn't a general concern, I've had plenty of windscreen replacements in the past (mostly X5s) with no issues, it's specifically about issues with D5's and windscreen leaks.

    What are people's experiences of having the windscreen replaced - anyone had a leak after replacement whereas they had no issues before?

    Also wondering do the likes of Autoglass recalibrate the ADAS/cameras etc or will that need to be a dealer visit afterwards?
    11th Mar 2026 2:10 pm
  • JonM
    Member Since: 30 Jun 2016
    Location: North Yorkshire
    Posts: 696
    United Kingdom 
    2022 Discovery SDV6 HSE Carpathian Grey

    My first D5 had it's windscreen damaged as the delivery driver was bringing it to me. The delivery company arranged a replacement which Auto glass fitted a couple of weeks later.

    Auto glass did the recalibration and it never leaked during the 3 years I had the car.
    MY2026 D5 Metropolitan D350 - finally arrived after the cyber attack.
    MY2022 D5 HSE D300 - sold....MY2019 D5 HSE SD6 - sold
    11th Mar 2026 8:03 pm
  • Wolfpack
    Member Since: 25 May 2019
    Location: Norfolk, UK
    Posts: 533
    United Kingdom 
    2017 Discovery Si6 HSE Corris Grey

    Re: Windscreen Replacement

    JBFUK wrote:
    Picked up a horrible large chip with crack on the motorway a little while ago. I need to get the screen replaced, it'll be via insurance so Autoglass I imagine.

    I've been putting it off as I have this background fear that I've been very fortunate not to suffer from any of the windscreen leak issues that seem to have plagued many on this forum. This isn't a general concern, I've had plenty of windscreen replacements in the past (mostly X5s) with no issues, it's specifically about issues with D5's and windscreen leaks.

    What are people's experiences of having the windscreen replaced - anyone had a leak after replacement whereas they had no issues before?

    Also wondering do the likes of Autoglass recalibrate the ADAS/cameras etc or will that need to be a dealer visit afterwards?


    I had mine refitted by National Windscreens (My LandRover dealer choice) after it developed a leak. They did it at my home and told me it might not need recalibration (it didn’t) but that they charged half what JLR charge for the same service. So I am sure Autoglass do it.

    Sadly it developed another leak 4 years later. I am about to change the windscreen to hopefully solve it and probably use Autoglass for my greater convenience.
    11th Mar 2026 8:19 pm
  • JBFUK
    Member Since: 25 Apr 2022
    Location: South East
    Posts: 86
    United Kingdom 

    A bit of a concern to hear 4 years later it developed a leak. I mean, how does a leak 'develop' if the screen is properly fitted and sealed then it's sealed - that seal should not degrade, particularly not in as little as 4 years.
    12th Mar 2026 12:21 pm
  • Ronbo
    Member Since: 02 Sep 2019
    Location: Maine
    Posts: 54
    United States 
    2017 Discovery SDV6 HSE Lux Santorini Black

    After building the D5 in England then Slovakia for 9 years D5 windshield leaks continue to plague the model.
    At this point the only conclusion is that’s it’s a poor design with only temporary fixes . Full stop .

    I have a 2017 model, removed and resealed windscreen in 2019. Leaked again in 2024. Recently the top was resealed with a rubber seal. Many modules and fuse blocks replaced. But it’s still a brilliant car with only 65k miles.
    15th Mar 2026 1:09 pm
  • Wolfpack
    Member Since: 25 May 2019
    Location: Norfolk, UK
    Posts: 533
    United Kingdom 
    2017 Discovery Si6 HSE Corris Grey

    Re: Windscreen Replacement

    [quote="Wolfpack"]
    JBFUK wrote:
    Picked up a horrible large chip with crack on the motorway a little while ago. I need to get the screen replaced, it'll be via insurance so Autoglass I imagine.

    I've been putting it off as I have this background fear that I've been very fortunate not to suffer from any of the windscreen leak issues that seem to have plagued many on this forum. This isn't a general concern, I've had plenty of windscreen replacements in the past (mostly X5s) with no issues, it's specifically about issues with D5's and windscreen leaks.

    What are people's experiences of having the windscreen replaced - anyone had a leak after replacement whereas they had no issues before?

    Also wondering do the likes of Autoglass recalibrate the ADAS/cameras etc or will that need to be a dealer visit afterwards?



    We’ll talk about coincidence! I too picked up a crack this week. I went on line to insurers which directed me seamlessly to Autoglass. The initial annoyance was that Autoglass first appointment was in 10days time!! Not sure if that was screen supply or they are so busy? Luckily we are at home for the next couple of weeks anyway.

    They do state they will need to calibrate the cameras and are required to take the vehicle for a road test.




    Fingers crossed they…
    1) seal the windscreen well 2) calibrate the camera to work correctly and 3) it continues so for more than the next 4 years.
    15th Mar 2026 9:18 pm
  • robpenrose
    Member Since: 02 Jul 2016
    Location: New Forest
    Posts: 20
    United Kingdom 

    Did you manage to get them to authorise a genuine / OEM windscreen?

    I had a right mess about a few years back with screens. I damaged one and they replaced with (I assume) a cheaper non Pilkington screen. I went through about 3 of these in about 6 months as they kept picking up bad chips.

    Eventually after a battle, I managed to get a Pilkington Opticool screen fitted and I haven’t had a chip since
    Currently a D4 owner looking for a D5.
    16th Mar 2026 6:38 pm
  • Wolfpack
    Member Since: 25 May 2019
    Location: Norfolk, UK
    Posts: 533
    United Kingdom 
    2017 Discovery Si6 HSE Corris Grey

    I believe so…it’s taking 10days to get it, which sounds typical for JLR parts. Lol
    17th Mar 2026 10:16 pm
  • robpenrose
    Member Since: 02 Jul 2016
    Location: New Forest
    Posts: 20
    United Kingdom 

    I suppose if it gets a chip every six months, it reduces the chances of a leak developing Mr. Green
    Currently a D4 owner looking for a D5.
    18th Mar 2026 6:26 pm
  • Wolfpack
    Member Since: 25 May 2019
    Location: Norfolk, UK
    Posts: 533
    United Kingdom 
    2017 Discovery Si6 HSE Corris Grey

    Sorry Rob missed your last post..


    All went well at Autoglass. Yet to step in the car after yesterdays torrential rain. I unashamedly postponed shopping last evening with ….first night nerves. Confused

    The most amusing point was the technician showing me the old screen as he was bemused by the liberal coating of a dried skin like substance “all over the place”. I also shrugged in bewilderment myself. To be fair would he have taken my suggestion seriously that it could be the residue of ….
    Captain Tolly’s Creeping Crack Cure Failure? Rolling with laughter


    ?si=42T4E3FGAkJyZGX3
    25th Mar 2026 11:15 pm
  • JBFUK
    Member Since: 25 Apr 2022
    Location: South East
    Posts: 86
    United Kingdom 

    Thanks for the info for the ADAS, good to know they will do it as part of the process.

    Annoyingly I can't get this done for a couple of weeks, and today would you believe it, the windscreen has randomly started leaking! Censored This morning my wife noticed some drips on the passenger side mat, and yep, water seemed to be coming down the a-pillar and onto the mat and carpet. A few other random drips running down the inside of the windscreen also on the passenger side.

    The carpet was quite wet this morning, I've used a couple of 'absorbent bed pads' face down under the mat to soak up water, and had the heating on at max and directed to the footwell on the passenger side for any trips today. This evening I got out the mini vax to suck as much as possible out of the carpet but surprisingly it didn't get much up. Hoping it hasn't all pooled in some recess under the carpet, will investigate further tomorrow.

    I also got out my Autel inspection camera to have a look above the headlining to see whether I can spot where the water is coming from. It was mostly dried out, and I might be wrong (I'll post the videos later) but it looks like the glass has broken away from the rubber seal - appears to be all along the top, starting from the corner on the passengers side. If that's correct, I'm thinking as a temporary fix to stop water flooding in while waiting for a replacement screen, I could try to apply some mastic/sealant from the inside. Will remove the a-pillar trim tomorrow and potentially drop the headlining a little to get a clearer view.
    26th Mar 2026 1:22 am
  • Forum Permissions
  • You cannot create new threads in this forum
    You cannot reply to threads in this forum
    You cannot edit your posts in this forum
    You cannot delete your posts in this forum
    You cannot vote in polls in this forum
All times are GMT DISCO5.CO.UK © 2016 - 2026 Futuranet Ltd DISCO5.CO.UK RSS Feed - All Forums 
DISCO5.CO.UK is independent and not affiliated to Jaguar Land Rover.
Switch to the mobile site
Close