BBB Industries 17996 Starter Motor

Reman Starter for Cadillac and Chevrolet

BBB Industries REMAN STARTER 17996 is a 12-volt remanufactured starter built for select Cadillac and Chevrolet applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a clockwise rotation and an attached solenoid for direct replacement service.

Compatible with Cadillac CTS, Cadillac ATS, Cadillac SRX, Cadillac STS, and Chevrolet Camaro applications across the listed model years, this starter is built around Mitsubishi OE manufacturer specifications. Part number 17996 is a practical choice when replacing a worn starter on GM vehicles that use the matching OE-style configuration.

Key Features

• BBB Industries REMAN STARTER, part number 17996
• 12-volt starter for starting-system replacement
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Clockwise rotation direction
• Solenoid attached for simplified replacement
• Starter drive included
• Closed nose cone type
• 12 pinion teeth
• OE manufacturer reference: Mitsubishi
• Interchanges with 12608653, 12610857, and Mitsubishi M0T35874 / M0T35875

Product Details

BBB Industries REMAN STARTER 17996 is engineered for vehicles that require a Mitsubishi-style OE replacement starter with a permanent magnet gear reduction layout. The remanufactured construction supports consistent cranking performance in the listed Cadillac and Chevrolet fitments, including Cadillac CTS, Cadillac ATS, Cadillac SRX, Cadillac STS, and Chevrolet Camaro. This unit is configured with a closed nose cone, 12 pinion teeth, clockwise rotation, and an attached solenoid to match the specified application requirements.

This part cross-references 12610857 and M0T35874 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2013-2014 Cadillac ATS, N/A
• Fits 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, N/A
• Fits 2007-2011 Cadillac CTS, N/A
• Fits 2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A
• Fits 2012 Cadillac CTS, N/A; OE No. 12610857; wo/Hole for Harness Attachment
• Fits 2007-2011 Cadillac STS, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Cadillac SRX, N/A
• Fits 2006 Cadillac CTS, N/A; w/ Anti-Rotation Tab on Battery Terminal
• Fits 2006 Cadillac SRX, N/A; w/ Anti-Rotation Tab on Battery Terminal
• Fits 2006 Cadillac STS, N/A; w/ Anti-Rotation Tab on Battery Terminal

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the OE number, connector layout, and mounting style before installation.
• Check that the vehicle uses the listed clockwise rotation and 12-pinion configuration.
• Inspect battery cables, terminals, and charging-system condition before replacing the starter.
• Mounting bolts and mounting shims are not included.
• Confirm any application-specific notes, including harness attachment and anti-rotation tab details, before final fitment.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactured starters are built to meet application-specific OE requirements for starting-system replacement. Part number 17996 follows the listed Mitsubishi OE design characteristics for the covered Cadillac and Chevrolet applications.