Vemo V20-71-0016 Rear Window Defroster Relay

Window Defroster Relay for BMW and MINI

The Vemo V20-71-0016 window defroster relay is an aftermarket electrical relay for rear window heating circuits. It is built to the listed dimensions of 35 mm length, 23 mm width, and 25 mm height, with a lightweight 0.020 kg design for OE-style relay replacement.

Compatible with BMW and MINI rear window defroster applications, this relay cross-references OE part number 61316919113 and is used in vehicles such as BMW 550i, BMW X5, BMW X6, and MINI Cooper models with the specified equipment notes.

Key Features

• Aftermarket window defroster relay for rear window heating systems
• OE reference: 61316919113
• Compact relay housing: 35 mm x 23 mm x 25 mm
• Lightweight construction at 0.020 kg
• Brand line: VEMO electrical components for BMW and MINI applications
• Fits a wide range of BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3, X5, X6, Z4, and MINI Cooper applications with listed notes

Detailed Description

The Vemo V20-71-0016 is a window defroster relay used in rear window heating circuits on select BMW and MINI vehicles. It is listed for applications including BMW 328i, 335i, 550i, 750i, X3, X5, X6, Z4, and MINI Cooper, Cooper Countryman, and Cooper Paceman models with the matching OE number and equipment requirements. This part number, V20-71-0016, is specified as an aftermarket replacement for OE 61316919113 and supports rear window defroster operation in the covered vehicles.

This part cross-references OE 61316919113 for the same application.

What It Helps Resolve

• Rear window defroster not activating
• Intermittent rear glass heating operation
• Electrical relay failure in the rear window heating circuit
• Defroster performance issues caused by worn relay contacts
• Loss of rear window clearing function in cold or humid conditions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE number 61316919113 and match the vehicle’s year, model, and equipment notes before installation. Fitment includes BMW and MINI applications with rear window location notes, and some MINI Cooper listings exclude vehicles with Auto start/stop function [S1CCA] or require additional equipment conditions. Confirm the relay cavity and electrical specification against the original part before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Vemo V20-71-0016 is an aftermarket electrical relay built for the listed BMW and MINI rear window defroster applications. Its compact dimensions and OE-number reference support accurate replacement selection for the specified vehicles.