OBD-II code · Body
B0190 Front Wiper Park Switch Circuit
The body control module has detected a fault in the front wiper park switch circuit. The wipers may not return to the park position when switched off.
Is it safe to drive with B0190?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyPark switch in wiper motor failed
- PossibleWiring open or corroded
Symptoms
- Warning light or symbol related to the affected system
- Comfort or safety function impaired
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Wiper Motor, Wiper Park Switch, Body Control Module
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.