Denso 280-5381 Starter

Denso Reman Starter for Chrysler OE Applications

The Denso 280-5381 reman starter is a 12-volt, clockwise-rotation starter built for Chrysler OE applications that demand consistent cranking performance. It is a direct-fit option for select 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro and 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler models with a 1.3 kW starter specification.

Key Features

• 12.0-volt starter with clockwise rotation
• 1.3 kW power rating for OE-style starting performance
• Remanufactured to Denso First Time Fit standards
• High-voltage tested armature and field coils
• Refinished and performance-validated commutators
• Premium copper terminals for stable electrical current
• New bearings, brushes, and seals

Product Details

Denso reman starters are built from the company’s long experience supplying original equipment electrical components. The 280-5381 is part of the Reman Starter line and is engineered to restore factory-style starting performance while reusing serviceable core components. Each unit is bench-tested after remanufacturing, with critical electrical and mechanical parts inspected, tested, and replaced as needed to help maintain reliable cranking under hot or cold conditions. This part cross-references Bosch SR6471X for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starting performance
• Voltage loss at the starter terminals
• Wear-related noise from internal starter components

Installation Notes and Fitment

Fits 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, N/A; 1.3 kW reman starter. Fits 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler, N/A; 1.3 kW reman starter. Confirm the vehicle’s starter specification, rotation, and electrical connections before installation. Verify the mounting and wiring layout against the original unit to ensure proper fitment for your Dodge Nitro or Jeep Wrangler application. The part number 280-5381 is also useful when cross-checking OE-style replacement listings.

Quality Assurance

Denso remanufactured starters are subjected to a detailed test-and-replace process that includes high-voltage testing, commutator refinishing, replacement of wear items, and final bench testing to confirm factory-original performance. The remanufacturing approach also supports material reuse, making it a practical choice for buyers who want OE-level starting performance from a reman starter.