Bosch SR17X Starter Motor

Bosch SR17X Remanufactured Starter

The Bosch SR17X is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct replacement in select Volkswagen Vanagon, Volkswagen Beetle, and Porsche 911 applications. It uses a closed nose aluminum housing, counterclockwise rotation, and an attached solenoid to support reliable starting performance in classic air-cooled and early water-cooled vehicles.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Bosch starter for OE-style replacement
• 12-volt design with 0.7 power rating
• Counterclockwise starter rotation
• Closed nose aluminum nose cone and aluminum finish
• Solenoid attached for simplified replacement
• 9-tooth drive and 2 mounting bolt holes
• OE recommendation noted by the manufacturer

Product Details

Built under the Bosch Starter (Remanufactured) line, the SR17X is engineered and tested for dependable cranking performance in the applications listed below. This part number, SR17X, is a direct-fit starter solution for drivers searching for a Bosch SR17X starter for Volkswagen Vanagon or Porsche 911 starting system service. It also serves as a remanufactured starter for Volkswagen Beetle models where the original equipment configuration calls for a 12-volt, counterclockwise unit with a closed nose design.

Compatible With:

• Fits 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A
• Fits 1980 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A
• Fits 1968-1979 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A
• Fits 1965-1971 Porsche 911, N/A

Common Uses

• Restoring weak or inconsistent engine cranking
• Replacing a worn starter motor in classic Volkswagen and Porsche vehicles
• Addressing slow-start or no-start conditions tied to starter wear
• Servicing a failed solenoid-equipped starter assembly
• Returning proper starter engagement in OE-specified applications

Installation Notes

Verify 12-volt electrical system requirements, starter rotation, tooth count, and mounting bolt hole configuration before installation. The SR17X uses a closed nose aluminum housing and does not include mounting hardware or shims, so reuse or source the correct vehicle-specific hardware as needed. Confirm fitment against the vehicle’s original starter specification, especially on early-production Volkswagen Vanagon applications and classic Porsche 911 models.

Quality Assurance

Bosch remanufactured starters are built, inspected, and tested to meet application-specific performance and reliability expectations. The SR17X is an OE-recommended replacement for the listed vehicles and is backed by Bosch’s established electrical component manufacturing standards.