OBD-II code · Body

B0900 Wiper Motor Front Circuit

A fault has been detected in the front wiper motor circuit.

Is it safe to drive with B0900?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyWiper motor failure
  • PossibleMotor overload from frozen wipers
  • PossibleWiper relay failure

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
0.5–2.5 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Front Wiper Motor, Wiper Relay, Body Control Module

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.