Denso 281-6019 Starter Motor

Denso New Starter for Hyundai and Kia

Denso New Starter 281-6019 is a 12-volt, clockwise-rotation starter built for select Hyundai and Kia applications. It is engineered for strong cranking performance and direct-fit replacement on vehicles such as the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Tiburon, Kia Spectra, and Kia Spectra5.

Key Features

• 12.0V electrical system
• 1.2 kW power rating for dependable starting torque
• Clockwise starter rotation
• OE family: VALEO OE
• New starter design for direct replacement service
• Fits select Hyundai Elantra, Tucson, Tiburon, and Kia Spectra applications

Product Details

Denso 281-6019 is a starter assembly for vehicles that require a 12-volt, 1.2 kW clockwise unit. Denso’s starter program is built around OE-level electrical component knowledge, with attention to armature and field coil testing, copper terminal quality, and bench verification for consistent output. The result is a replacement starter suited for everyday driving conditions where reliable engine cranking matters.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 17709 for the same application. It also cross-references Hyundai 36100-23160 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starting after key engagement
• Electrical wear in the starter motor circuit
• Starting performance loss in cold or hot weather

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson, N/A; 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2001-2006 Hyundai Elantra, N/A; 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 1996-1998 Hyundai Elantra, N/A; 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2004-2006 Kia Spectra, N/A; 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2005-2006 Kia Spectra5, N/A; 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A; 1.2 kW; To 09/15/2004; New Starter
• Fits 2003-2004 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A; 1.2 kW; New Starter
• Fits 1997-2001 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A; 1.2 kW; New Starter

Verify voltage, rotation, and OE part number 281-6019 before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s build date for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon applications noted as to 09/15/2004. Professional installation is recommended to ensure proper electrical connection and starter alignment.

Quality Assurance

Denso remanufactured starter production is known for detailed testing and component replacement standards, including high-voltage testing of armatures and field coils, refinished commutators, and replacement of terminals and fasteners with copper components. Each unit is bench-tested to confirm factory-original performance expectations.