McLaren recalls MP4 12-C Spiders and Coupes

The wiper motor brushes may jam

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Clik here to view.McLaren Automotive is recalling 376 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. Non-functioning wipers during inclement weather may be reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 is expected to begin in early December 2013.

Owners may contact McLaren at 1-646-429-8916.