Denso 280-0389 Starter

Denso Reman Starter for Toyota and Lexus

The Denso 280-0389 reman starter is a 12-volt, counterclockwise starter built around DENSO OE engineering. It is a direct replacement for select Toyota RAV4, Highlander, Camry, and Lexus NX applications where reliable cranking torque and OE-style fitment matter.

DENSO’s Reman Starter line focuses on restoring factory-level performance through tested electrical components, renewed wear parts, and bench verification. For buyers searching for a reman starter for 2010-2011 Toyota Camry, 2017-2018 Toyota RAV4, or 2018-2021 Lexus NX300, this part number 280-0389 is a strong OE-style option.

Key Features

• 12.0-volt starter with 1.7 kW power rating
• Counterclockwise starter rotation
• High-voltage tested armature and field coils
• Premium copper terminals for stable electrical current
• New bearings, brushes, and seals
• Bench-tested for factory-original performance

Product Details

Denso remanufactured starters are rebuilt using a controlled test-and-replace process that addresses the electrical and mechanical wear points most likely to affect starting performance. The armature and field coils are high-voltage tested, commutators are refinished and validated, and terminals and fasteners are replaced with copper components. This approach supports dependable starting performance in cold-weather and hot-weather conditions.

Part number 280-0389 cross-references BBB Industries 19046 for the same application. It also matches OE-style replacement needs for Toyota and Lexus vehicles, including 2018-2021 Lexus NX300, 2017-2018 Toyota RAV4, and 2010-2011 Toyota Camry.

What It Helps Solve

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter wear
• Intermittent starting from worn electrical contacts
• Starter noise related to internal component wear
• Starting performance loss in cold or hot weather

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify 12-volt system requirements, starter rotation, and 1.7 kW specification before installation.
• Confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model before ordering; this starter fits 2018-2021 Lexus NX300, 2017-2018 Toyota RAV4, 2017 Lexus NX200t, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry, 2010-2011 Toyota Highlander, 2010-2011 Toyota RAV4, and 2009 Toyota RAV4.
• Inspect battery condition, charging system output, and cable connections to avoid repeat starting issues.
• Check mounting surfaces and electrical terminals for corrosion or damage during replacement.

Quality Assurance

DENSO uses OE-focused remanufacturing methods backed by more than 60 years of starter and electrical component experience. Each unit is subjected to high-voltage testing and bench validation to support consistent performance and low return rates in the replacement market.