^^Thanks Darryl!
I doubt that anyone who honestly thought they would have a chance to get reimbursed would be rude or anything but I know people that demand things and are very rude and it gets them nowhere.
I agree with your statement about "Los Angeles-like" areas are probably not affected. It's probably a fair split as to the true number of cars affected and not affected due to location. I know a lot of people who drive subarus in cold climates and a lot of poeple who drive in warm climates as well.