Recall 13V541000: 2012–2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 30, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 376
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The 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.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 McLaren MP4-12C Spider
- 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider
- 2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V541000
- Manufacturer
- McLaren Automotive Incorporated
- Owner letters
- Dec 19, 2013
- Components
- Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor (Visibility & Wipers)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology