Denso 280-1011 Starter

Denso Reman Starter for Subaru OE Applications

The Denso Reman Starter 280-1011 is a 12-volt, counterclockwise starter built for Subaru OE applications that need dependable cranking performance. With a 1.6 kW power rating, it is engineered for consistent starting in cold and hot weather conditions.

Denso’s Reman Starter line focuses on OE-style fit and factory-level function. Each unit is remanufactured with tested electrical components, replaced wear items, and bench validation to help deliver reliable starting performance for Subaru Legacy, Outback, and Tribeca models.

Key Features

• 12.0-volt starter with 1.6 kW power rating
• Counterclockwise starter rotation
• High-voltage tested armature and field coils
• Refinished and performance-validated commutators
• Premium copper terminals for stable electrical current
• All-new bearings, brushes, and seals
• Bench-tested for factory-original performance

Product Details

This Denso remanufactured starter is built around the brand’s OE electrical experience and remanufacturing process. The starter is inspected, tested, and rebuilt with attention to current flow, internal wear points, and output consistency. For Subaru Legacy, Subaru Outback, and Subaru Tribeca vehicles, part number 280-1011 provides an OE-style replacement option for starting-system service.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 19072 for the same application.

Used For

• No-crank or slow-crank starting complaints
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Weak cranking during cold-weather starts
• Electrical wear in the starter motor assembly
• Replacement of a remanufactured OE-style Subaru starter

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, model, and starter rotation before installation. Confirm battery condition, cable integrity, and charging-system output before replacing the starter, since low voltage can mimic starter failure. Match the OE application details for Subaru Legacy, Outback, or Tribeca to ensure correct fitment.

Compatible With 2012-2014 Subaru Legacy, OE; Starter Motor - Reman; 2012-2014 Subaru Tribeca, OE; Starter Motor - Reman; 2012-2013 Subaru Outback, OE; Starter Motor - Reman; 2010-2011 Subaru Legacy, 1.6 kW; Reman Starter; 2010-2011 Subaru Outback, 1.6 kW; Reman Starter; 2008-2011 Subaru Tribeca, 1.6 kW; Reman Starter.

Quality Assurance

Denso remanufactured starters are processed through a rigorous test-and-replace routine, including high-voltage testing of armatures and field coils, refinishing of commutators, replacement of terminals and fasteners with copper components, and final bench testing to confirm performance.