2012–2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider recall: Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V541000
- Reported
- October 30, 2013
- Manufacturer
- McLaren Automotive Incorporated
- Part
- Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor
- Vehicles affected
- About 376
What is wrong
McLaren Automotive, Inc. (McLaren) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 MP4 12-C Spider and Coupe vehicles manufactured October 10, 2011, through October 23, 2013 and originally sold in, or currently registered in, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. Due to a combination of high ambient temperatures and humidity, the wiper motor brushes may jam causing the wiper motor to stop working.
Safety risk
Non-functioning wipers during inclement weather may be reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
McLaren will notify will notify owners and dealers will replace the wiper motors, free of charge. Vehicles outside of the recall area will have a lifetime warranty on their wiper motors that fail for this issue. The recall began on December 19, 2013. Owners may contact McLaren at 1-646-429-8916.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
McLaren MP4-12C Spider (2012, 2013, 2014). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Non-functioning wipers during inclement weather may be reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
McLaren will notify will notify owners and dealers will replace the wiper motors, free of charge. Vehicles outside of the recall area will have a lifetime warranty on their wiper motors that fail for this issue. The recall began on December 19, 2013. Owners may contact McLaren at 1-646-429-8916.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.