Denso 280-4241 Starter

Denso Reman Starter for Ford and Lincoln

The Denso Reman Starter 280-4241 is a 12-volt, 1.4 kW clockwise starter built for OE-style starting performance in select Ford and Lincoln applications. It is a remanufactured Mitsubishi OE family unit designed to deliver consistent cranking power for daily driving in vehicles such as the Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKC.

Key Features

• 12.0-volt starter with a 1.4 kW power rating
• Clockwise starter rotation
• Remanufactured to Denso First Time Fit standards
• High-voltage tested armature and field coils
• Refinished commutators with performance validation
• New bearings, brushes, and seals
• Premium copper terminals and replaced fasteners

Product Details

Denso reman starters are rebuilt and bench-tested to factory-original performance targets. The reman process includes electrical testing of the armature and field coils, replacement of wear components, and inspection of terminals and fasteners to support reliable current flow and repeatable cranking output. This part number, 280-4241, cross-references Ford BB5T-11000-BA for the same application.

Compatible With select 2010-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, including Fits 2018-2019 Ford Escape, N/A; Fits 2017-2019 Lincoln MKC, N/A; Fits 2013-2017 Ford Escape, N/A; Fits 2013-2016 Ford Edge, N/A; Fits 2013-2016 Ford Fusion, N/A; Fits 2014-2016 Ford Taurus, N/A; Fits 2015-2016 Lincoln MKC, N/A; Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKT, N/A; Fits 2014-2015 Ford Explorer, N/A; Fits 2015 Lincoln MKZ, N/A; Fits 2010-2014 Ford Focus, N/A; Fits 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, N/A; Fits 2013 Ford Explorer, N/A; Fits 2013 Ford Taurus, N/A; Fits 2012 Ford Fusion, N/A; Fits 2012 Lincoln MKZ, N/A.

Common Starting Issues This Starter Can Address

• No-crank condition when the ignition is turned
• Slow or weak engine cranking
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Electrical wear inside the starter motor
• Starting problems caused by worn brushes, bearings, or terminals

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, engine configuration, and starter rotation before installation. Confirm the OE-equivalent application for your Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, or Lincoln MKC using the part number 280-4241 and compare the existing starter connector and mounting layout before removal. Clean battery terminals and inspect charging-system condition to avoid repeat starting complaints.

Quality Assurance

Denso remanufactured starters are bench-tested after rebuilding to confirm factory-original performance. The remanufacturing process uses tested electrical components, replaced wear items, and validated assembly steps to support dependable operation in cold and hot weather starting conditions.