Headlights Problems of Buick Verano

(please see included picture) both headlights show what appear to be fine cracks on the inside of the lenses kind of like a starburst appearance. This starburst is affecting the headlight beam and making it harder to see while distracting oncoming traffic. General motors has a TSB#02-08-42-001i that identifies the known manufacturer inconsistency. It is obviously a known fault. Even going as far as stating going through an automatic car wash can cause the lenses to create the starburst appearance. This should be a recall by general motors. They should replace the lenses with a stronger more reliable product. The most dangerous part is the issue may not be readily known by the consumer due to the cracks not being easily seen unless the sunlight reflects a certain way through the lenses. As seen in the picture, there are many fine cracks refracting the light. It is a major concern knowing tens of thousands of vehicles are on the road with these kinds of lenses.

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The 1st time I drove this car at the visibility range of low beam headlights was horrible. What a difference from my 2007 Buick lucerne! I avoided night driving because of it. Then in March of this year I saw a report online and on national news about the safety of 30 new cars and their headlight rating by the insurance institue go highway safety. My car, a 2016 Buick Verano was listed in the top 3 worst cars tested. The news report suggested driving with high beams which is illegal. Last week car was serviced for 1st time with only 3800 miles. I brought my concerns about lights to attention of service manager and he seemed offended or put off by my concerns. I told him I wanted documentation of my concerns because when accidents start happening because of these poor lights I wanted to be part of a class action lawsuit against gm if they are found at fault. He told me they were able to raise the line of sight about 6 inches. That night I tested the light. No noticeable changes. I guess I will have to drive with my high beams on and risk a ticket. Great car otherwise but very disappointed in headlights.

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