Mini Countryman windshield wipers dead

Alright, so the windshield wipers on my 2012 Mini Countryman are completely dead. No function whatsoever. Plugged it into a diagnostic tool and it's throwing an error related to the wipers. Everything points to a defective cable or plug connection to the component. Anyone else run into this?

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I had a similar issue with my Countryman's car wipers. Turn signal was also acting up intermittently. Have you checked the wiring harness around the steering column? Could be a loose or damaged connection there. It's a common problem, apparently. Also, did you check the fuse?

Interesting. When you say 'around the steering column', are we talking inside the steering column shroud, or further down the wiring harness?

Yes, mine was inside the steering column shroud, affecting both the windshield wipers and turn signal. I tried to fix it myself, but ended up taking it to a workshop. They confirmed it was a chafed wiring harness. Best to get it checked professionally, in my opinion.

Appreciate the insight. Ended up at the shop, and you were spot on. Faulty wiring harness connection to the wiper switch. 95€ later, wipers are working again. Thanks!

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