BBB Industries 17987 Starter Motor

Reman Starter for Hyundai and Kia Applications

BBB Industries REMAN STARTER 17987 is a 12-volt starter built for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles with OE-style Valeo design. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction layout, a clockwise rotation, and an attached solenoid to support reliable engine cranking in the listed applications.

Compatible with 2007-2012 Hyundai Elantra, 2010-2011 Kia Soul, 2007-2010 Kia Sportage, 2007-2009 Kia Spectra, 2007-2009 Kia Spectra5, and 2007-2008 Hyundai Tiburon. Part number 17987 is also a direct reference point when searching for a reman starter for these vehicles.

Key Features

• BBB Industries REMAN STARTER, part number 17987
• 12-volt electrical system application
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact starter operation
• Clockwise rotation direction
• Closed nose cone type
• 8-tooth pinion configuration
• Starter drive included
• Solenoid attached
• OE manufacturer reference: Valeo

Product Details

This remanufactured starter is built for vehicles that use the Valeo-style OE configuration and a 1.2 power rating. The permanent magnet gear reduction design helps package the starter efficiently while maintaining the cranking characteristics expected for the listed Hyundai Elantra, Kia Soul, Kia Sportage, Kia Spectra, Kia Spectra5, and Hyundai Tiburon applications. If you are searching for BBB Industries 17987 or a reman starter for these model years, this unit matches the specified fitment and electrical setup.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems This Starter Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition when the starter motor no longer engages
• Slow or weak cranking caused by starter wear
• Intermittent starting issues related to internal starter failure
• Clicking at key start when the starter solenoid is not operating correctly
• Starting problems on vehicles using the listed Valeo OE-style starter setup

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and starter configuration before installation. This starter does not include mounting bolts or mounting shims, so confirm the existing hardware and mounting setup are serviceable before beginning the job. Check battery condition, cable integrity, and charging system output during diagnosis to avoid replacing the starter for an unrelated electrical fault.

Fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Elantra, N/A. Fits 2010-2011 Kia Soul, N/A. Fits 2007-2010 Kia Sportage, N/A. Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra, N/A. Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra5, N/A. Fits 2007-2008 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactured electrical components are built for direct replacement use in the specified applications. This starter is identified by part number 17987 and by OE manufacturer reference to Valeo for fitment matching.