My Volvo Xc 60 windshield was replaced and now there is a strong chemical/glue smell in the car. It gets worse when running the AC. They also used a cheap Chinese replacement windshield which I didn’t realize was going to be installed and I’m really upset about, but I’m pretty sure the smell is from the glue/sealant. I got sick from the smell (dizzy/lightheaded/headache) driving in it the day after the repair, so now I’m using my husbands car. It got installed on Monday so it’s been 4 days. Anyone with similar experiences? How long does it take for the smell to completely go away?

 

All sealants have a certain amount of outgassing in order to cure. I doubt that the windshield is the source of the odor, probably the urethane sealant that is used to hold it in.

A few days is usually enough to vent it out. I've never had one that strong that I couldn't drive the car.

 

 

Did the smell ever go away for you?

 

Yes it did completely go away after 3 months , the car is kept outside so the heat helps with off gassing