Description
Overview:
This 12" (30.48 cm / 304.8 mm) rear windscreen wiper is a universal replacement blade for cars and commercial vehicles, including hatchbacks, estates, SUVs and vans. It clears water, mud and road spray from the rear window to maintain safe visibility in all seasons. The blade uses a durable rubber wiping edge paired with a robust, corrosion‐resistant composite frame in a black finish. It is designed to work with common rear wiper arm types, including hook fittings, bayonet and side pin attachments, making installation straightforward on many vehicles. Supplied as a single blade (each), it is suitable for routine servicing or when a worn wiper starts to smear or chatter. Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 117 178 for easy identification and stock control.
Key Features:
- 12" length (30.48 cm / 304.8 mm) sized for typical rear window applications
- Multi-fit compatibility: hook, bayonet and side pin arm types
- Durable rubber edge for consistent, smear‐free wiping in wet weather
- Sturdy, corrosion‐resistant frame for long service life
- Even pressure along the blade helps reduce streaking and judder
- All‐season performance suitable for rain, sleet and road spray
- Straightforward DIY fit on many vehicles; extra adapters often not required
- Black finish to match standard rear wiper arms and trims
- Ideal for replacing worn, cracked or noisy rear wiper blades
- Supplied individually (each) to replace a single rear blade as needed
Typical Applications:
Direct replacement rear wiper blade for everyday cars, MPVs, SUVs, light commercials and vans with a 12" rear wiper. Used during routine servicing, seasonal checks, and fleet maintenance to restore clear rear visibility in wet or dirty conditions, helping drivers reverse and manoeuvre safely.
Also known as:
Rear window wiper blade, back screen wiper, tailgate wiper, rear screen blade, hatch wiper, rear window blade, rear arm wiper, back window wiper.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 117 178 |
|---|---|
| Key Features | - 12" length for typical rear window applications - Multi-fit compatibility: hook, bayonet, side pin arm types - Durable rubber edge for smear-free wiping - Corrosion-resistant frame for long service life - Supplied individually for single rear blade replacement |


