Dealing with a rear windscreen wiper not working

It's one of those minor annoyances that suddenly feels like a massive safety hazard the second you're backing out of a driveway in the pouring rain: you realize you've got a rear windscreen wiper not working, and you can't see a thing behind you. We often take that little blade for granted until it decides to quit, usually right when the weather turns sour. While it might not be as "critical" as your front wipers in the eyes of the law, anyone who has tried to navigate a tight parking spot with a mud-caked back window knows just how frustrating it can be. ...

February 24, 2026 · 7 min · Patrizia Links