Scratches on the front camera

[Hani 7amad]

So recently I have been travelling and I got hit by a sandstorm, I slowed down to protect the car. However, the front camera didn't make it.

I appreciate it if you have a suggestion on how to fix it instead of replacing it.

Here is a photo of the camera.

 

[Toddasaurus]

Ouch... That's pretty dang bad! I'm sorry! There was another member here that had something similar happen... I have a very small rock chip on mine.

Replacing the camera is expensive, unfortunately. I asked my dealer if they'd replace mine under warranty and they basically laughed in my face. Perhaps your dealer would be more willing to replace it...

If it were me, and the dealer would't fix it, I'd try removing the camera from the bumper, and then gently wet sand it down with, I don't know, 1000 grit sandpaper, then work your way up to 2000 grit, then some polishing compound either by hand or maybe even a dremel at low speeds (though it could be too risky). That might remove the sandblasting. But, I'm not really sure what the protective lens is made of, so this method may be too aggressive.

 

[EdP]

So recently I have been travelling and I got hit by a sandstorm, I slowed down to protect the car. However, the front camera didn't make it.

I appreciate it if you have a suggestion on how to fix it instead of replacing it.

Here is a photo of the camera.
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I have no idea if it can be polished when that bad but may be worth a try.

For the future though, put clear film over it. A fellow here stamped some out of a sheet and you just press it on.