NHTSA Recall 13V541000: Motor (visibility)
McLaren Automotive Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 376 vehicles. It affects 2012–2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V541000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | October 30, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 19, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V541000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.