Bosch SR0501X Starter Motor

Bosch SR0501X Starter for Mercedes-Benz

The Bosch SR0501X is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct replacement in select Mercedes-Benz applications. It is designed for reliable cranking performance with a clockwise rotation, integrated solenoid, and OE recommendation status for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Bosch starter for electrical starting system service
• 12V unit with 1.1 power rating
• Clockwise starter rotation
• Integrated solenoid attached
• Closed nose design with aluminum nose cone and aluminum finish
• 10-tooth drive gear
• 2 mounting bolt holes
• OE recommendation for listed Mercedes-Benz applications

Product Details

Bosch Premium Starters are remanufactured, built, and tested to deliver consistent starting performance and dependable operation. The SR0501X starter is engineered for select Mercedes-Benz models, including C300, GLK350, E350, E550, S550, and CL550 applications. If you are searching for a Mercedes-Benz C300 starter, Mercedes-Benz E350 starter, or Bosch SR0501X replacement starter, this unit matches the listed fitment and interchange requirements for the specified vehicles.

This part cross-references Bosch 0061516001 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2009-2012 Mercedes-Benz C300, N/A
• Fits 2010-2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK350, N/A
• Fits 2010-2011 Mercedes-Benz E350, N/A
• Fits 2010-2011 Mercedes-Benz E550, N/A
• Fits 2007-2011 Mercedes-Benz S550, N/A
• Fits 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL550, N/A
• Fits 2008 Mercedes-Benz C300, N/A, from chassis # F105922; German built vehicle
• Fits 2008 Mercedes-Benz C300, N/A, for South African vehicle production; from chassis # R060531

What It Helps Solve

• Slow or no-crank starting conditions
• Starter motor failure from worn internal components
• Intermittent starting after key turn or ignition command
• Electrical starting issues on listed Mercedes-Benz models
• Replacement needs for a remanufactured OE-style starter

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, model, and chassis break information before ordering, especially for 2008 C300 applications with production-specific notes. Confirm the starter uses a clockwise rotation, 2-bolt mounting pattern, 10-tooth drive, and attached solenoid as listed. Compare the original unit to the Bosch SR0501X and the OE reference before installation.

Quality Assurance

Bosch remanufactured starters are built and tested to meet application-specific performance and reliability expectations for the listed Mercedes-Benz starting systems. The SR0501X is an OE-recommended replacement for the vehicles shown above.