Denso 281-6007 Starter Motor

Denso New Starter 281-6007 Overview

Denso New Starter 281-6007 is a 12-volt starter built for reliable engine cranking in select Hyundai and Kia applications. It uses a clockwise starter rotation and a 1.2 kW power rating to deliver consistent starting performance in everyday driving conditions.

The Denso New Starter line focuses on OE-style fit and dependable electrical performance. For this application, the starter is built around high-voltage tested armature and field coils, premium copper terminals, and all-new bearings, brushes, and seals.

Key Features

• 12.0V starter for standard automotive electrical systems
• 1.2 kW power rating for strong cranking output
• Clockwise starter rotation
• High-voltage tested armature and field coils
• Premium copper terminals for stable current transfer
• All-new bearings, brushes, and seals
• Bench-tested for factory-original performance

Detailed Description

Denso 281-6007 is a remanufactured starter designed for direct replacement in vehicles that use the VALEO OE family configuration. Denso’s remanufacturing process includes replacement of wear components, refinishing and validation of the commutator, and electrical testing of critical internal parts before final bench verification. This helps maintain dependable starting performance while supporting reuse of valuable materials.

This part cross-references Bosch SR4135X for the same application. It is a practical replacement choice for Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Kia Soul, Kia Sportage, Kia Spectra, and Kia Spectra5 starting systems where the listed fitment matches the vehicle configuration.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2012 Hyundai Elantra, N/A — 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2007-2010 Hyundai Elantra, N/A — 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2011 Hyundai Elantra, N/A — 1.2 kW; Automatic; Starter Motor - New
• Fits 2006-2008 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A — 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A — 1.2 kW; From 09/15/2004; New Starter
• Fits 2011 Kia Soul, N/A — OE Equivalent; Starter Motor - New
• Fits 2010 Kia Soul, N/A — 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2005-2011 Kia Sportage, N/A — 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra, N/A — 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2008-2009 Kia Spectra5, N/A — 1.2 kW; New Starter

Common Starting Issues It Can Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-crank condition when the key is turned
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Electrical wear related to aging brushes, bearings, or terminals
• Starting problems caused by a failing original starter motor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, transmission, and starter configuration against the fitment notes before installation. Confirm the clockwise rotation and 12-volt system specification match the original unit, and inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging-system output during replacement.

Quality Assurance

Denso remanufactured starters are bench-tested after component replacement and electrical validation to support consistent performance. The remanufacturing process includes tested armatures and field coils, replaced copper terminals, and new bearings, brushes, and seals for a controlled OE-style replacement standard.