Which statement about recalibrations is true?

• A. Recalibrations are performed only after a windshield replacement
• B. Recalibrations ensure advanced safety features work correctly after windshield replacement
• C. Recalibrations are optional
• D. Recalibrations are performed by the car dealer

Answer: (B)

Recalibrations after windshield replacement are about making sure the vehicle’s advanced safety features, which rely on cameras and sensors near the windshield, continue to function correctly. When a new windshield is installed, the camera and sensor alignment can shift slightly, changing the geometry the system uses to read the road. Recalibration adjusts these sensors to the new windshield setup so features like lane-keeping, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control respond accurately. Without this step, the safety systems might misread signals or behave unpredictably, which could reduce safety rather than improve it.

That’s why this statement is true: recalibrations ensure advanced safety features work correctly after windshield replacement. Recalibrations aren’t typically optional, and they aren’t limited to other scenarios only; they’re a required part of restoring full ADAS performance after a windshield swap. While dealers can perform them, trained technicians at qualified shops with the right equipment can do them as well, depending on the vehicle and manufacturer guidelines.