{"id":38692,"date":"2022-09-14T18:38:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-15T01:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=38692"},"modified":"2025-11-13T02:32:11","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T10:32:11","slug":"5-common-windshield-wiper-motor-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/5-common-windshield-wiper-motor-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Common Windshield Wiper Motor Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column38692_308388-3c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column38692_308388-3c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column38692_308388-3c inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-448409  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-725193\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38692_c43584-78, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38692_c43584-78[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading38692_c43584-78\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38692_c43584-78 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38692_c43584-78[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading38692_c43584-78\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38692_c43584-78 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38692_c43584-78[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading38692_c43584-78\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading38692_c43584-78 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading38692_c43584-78\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The wiper motor powers and controls your windshield wipers. It receives a signal from the windshield switch and adjusts the speed of your windshield wipers accordingly. A failing motor is one of the possible causes of windshield wiper malfunctions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Five common problems of a bad windshield wiper motor are: slow wipers, wipers that won&rsquo;t park correctly, wipers that stop in the middle of working, wipers not working at all, and humming noises.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can diagnose a faulty windshield wiper motor by checking the wiper motor fuse, inspecting the wiper motor linkage, and testing the wiper motor circuit. Purchasing a new windshield wiper part motor can cost anywhere between $20 and $390 on CarParts.com.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/windshield-wipers-what-are-they-and-how-do-they-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"windshield wipers\">windshield wipers<\/a> sweep water, snow, dirt, and other road debris off your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-body-parts\/#Windshield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"windshield\">windshield<\/a>, making them essential components for road safety. But just like other parts of your vehicle, they may malfunction over time. One of the many reasons why your windshield wipers could fail is a bad wiper motor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bad Wiper Motor Symptoms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The wiper motor powers and controls your windshield wipers. Every time you turn on the windshield switch, it sends a signal is sent to the motor, which operates the wipers at different speeds depending on the setting. If the motor fails, your wipers may not move when you activate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are other windshield wiper motor problems to watch out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/driving-in-hard-weather-conditions-with-wiper-working-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"driving during difficult weather conditions with wipers working\" class=\"wp-image-38695\" style=\"width:1024px;height:683px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/driving-in-hard-weather-conditions-with-wiper-working-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/driving-in-hard-weather-conditions-with-wiper-working-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/driving-in-hard-weather-conditions-with-wiper-working-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/driving-in-hard-weather-conditions-with-wiper-working-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/driving-in-hard-weather-conditions-with-wiper-working-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/driving-in-hard-weather-conditions-with-wiper-working-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/driving-in-hard-weather-conditions-with-wiper-working-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If your wipers move slowly after you&rsquo;ve selected a high-speed setting, the wiper motor might be starting to fail.&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wipers Move Slower Than Usual<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most modern vehicles let you choose between different wiper speeds to suit your needs. You may choose the lowest speed setting if you&rsquo;re driving through a drizzle or the highest configuration if you&rsquo;re dealing with heavy rain. However, if your wipers move slowly after you&rsquo;ve selected a high-speed setting, the wiper motor might be starting to fail or there may be a switch or relay problem. Remember: don&rsquo;t jump to conclusions until the necessary troubleshooting is done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wipers Won&rsquo;t Park Correctly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your wipers should return to their &ldquo;parked&rdquo; position when you turn off your wipers. They usually return to the bottom of your windshield, where they&rsquo;re locked in place until you turn them on again. If the wipers simply stop moving the moment you turn off the switch instead of parking, there may be an electrical circuit issue or a park switch issue in the motor.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column38692_ab05a1-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column38692_ab05a1-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column38692_ab05a1-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column38692_ab05a1-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column38692_ab05a1-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column38692_ab05a1-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column38692_ab05a1-34 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column38692_ab05a1-34{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 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kb-section-md-dir-horizontal inner-column-1 pro-tip-item1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:45px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd figure{max-width:45px;}.kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd .image-is-svg, .kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image38692_0e8b7b-cd\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,dpr_auto,q_auto,c_pad\/carparts\/blog\/widgets\/protip\/services-icon\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column38692_e1c349-e2 inner-column-2 pro-tip-item2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\n            On some vehicles, the wipers may suddenly begin to park in an upright position (happens often on Crown Victorias), which indicates an issue with the internal wiper motor park switches and calls for replacing the wiper motor assembly.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wipers Sometimes Stop While They&rsquo;re Working<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your windshield wipers are programmed to clean your windshield repetitively until you turn them off. If you notice your wipers are jamming or stopping during the process, you may be dealing with windshield wiper electrical problems. In some cases, a faulty relay, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-wiring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"wiring\">wiring<\/a>, or wiper motor may be causing this issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wipers Stop Working Completely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One obvious symptom that something is wrong with your wipers is if they stop working. Again, other issues that can cause this to happen. A busted motor is only one of the possible culprits, so it&rsquo;s best to take your vehicle to a repair shop for proper diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Humming Noises&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may have a busted motor if you hear humming noises on top of the symptoms mentioned above. The strange sound is usually a sign that your wiper motor is getting adequate power from your vehicle, but that it&rsquo;s suffering from internal problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"rsi-card\">\n  <div class=\"rsi-thumb\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/d_noimage.jpg\/b_white\/e_sharpen,e_auto_brightness,e_auto_contrast\/f_auto\/q_auto:eco,dpr_auto\/w_873,h_873,c_pad\/images\/a140182_1\">\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"rsi-info\">\n    <span class=\"rsi-title\">The Best Wiper Motor Brands: Quality Replacements for Your Car<\/span>\n    <span class=\"rsi-desc\">See which wiper motor brands are best for your vehicle. Learn about application, quality, and cost, and find budget-friendly replacement brands.<\/span>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/the-best-wiper-motor-brands-quality-replacements-for-your-car-quickref\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Discover Your Options\">Discover Your Options<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Windshield Wipers to Not Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A bad wiper motor is one of the possible causes of a wiper malfunction. Once you turn on your wipers, the motor directs the wiper linkage and arms to move back and forth, making your wiper blades move across your windshield. Some factors can disrupt this process. For instance, too much ice or snow on your windshield may cause your wipers to get jammed and cause circuit overloading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your wipers may also malfunction if components like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/wiper-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"control switch\">control switch<\/a>, wiper control unit, wiring, or linkage blades fail. To avoid unnecessary motor replacement, we highly recommend taking your vehicle to an auto repair shop once you start to notice bad windshield wiper motor symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diagnosing a Faulty Windshield Wiper Motor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re an experienced DIYer and you&rsquo;d like to diagnose the problem on your own, here&rsquo;s a short guide you can follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check the Wiper Motor Fuse<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Consult your specific manual\">Consult your specific manual<\/a> for the exact location of the fuse. If the fuse is blown, replace it right away. If the fuse blows again after some time, there&rsquo;s a high possibility your wiper motor or linkage has a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inspect the Wiper Motor Linkage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove the cowl to get a clear view of your wiper motor and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/wiper-linkage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"linkage\">linkage<\/a>. Look for any sign of electrical connection and linkage problems. You can do the repairs as necessary or leave the task to a professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Test the Wiper Motor Circuit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Test your wiper motor circuit using a digital multimeter (DMM). You can check this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-replace-a-windshield-wiper-motor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"windshield wiper motor troubleshooting guide\">windshield wiper motor troubleshooting guide<\/a> for detailed instructions. If your circuit turns out fine, then you&rsquo;re most likely dealing with a faulty motor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"928\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ford-schematic-928x1024.jpg\" alt=\"ford wiper motor schematic\" class=\"wp-image-73800\" style=\"width:928px;height:1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ford-schematic-928x1024.jpg 928w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ford-schematic-272x300.jpg 272w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ford-schematic-768x848.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ford-schematic-150x166.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ford-schematic.jpg 1359w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 928px) 100vw, 928px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Older wiper systems were wired like this Ford schematic shows, although some GM wiper systems provided a ground feed through the switch rather than power as shown here. The point of this schematic is that there is a lot more to the wiper system than just the motor with its arms and rubber blades. 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