MPA Electrical 12174 Starter

Remanufactured 12V Starter for OE Applications

MPA Electrical 12174 is a remanufactured starter built for 12-volt starting systems that use a permanent magnet gear reduction design. It features a 1.6 kW rating, 9-tooth drive, and counterclockwise rotation for applications that match the original starter specifications.

This starter is built by Mitsuba and is intended for OE-style replacement use where the original unit calls for the same electrical and mechanical configuration. It cross-references BBB Industries 17431 for the same application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• 1.6 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Built to match Mitsuba-based starter applications

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 12174 is a remanufactured starter for vehicles that require a 12V, counterclockwise starter with a permanent magnet gear reduction layout. The 1.6 kW rating and 9-tooth drive help match the original starting system requirements, making it a direct-spec replacement for the correct application. Search terms such as Honda Civic starter 12174, 12 volt Mitsuba starter, and remanufactured gear reduction starter are commonly used for this type of part.

For buyers comparing OE numbers, this unit references 31200-PV1-A02 and 31200-PV1-A05, along with BBB Industries 17431. If you are sourcing a replacement starter for Honda Civic applications that use this Mitsuba-style configuration, MPA Electrical 12174 is the part number to verify against the original unit.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn starter that no longer cranks the engine reliably
• Addressing slow or weak engine cranking
• Correcting starter engagement issues caused by drive wear
• Restoring starting performance after electrical or internal starter failure
• Matching OE starter specifications for Honda Civic applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the original starter’s voltage, rotation, tooth count, and mounting configuration before installation. Confirm that the vehicle uses a counterclockwise, 12-volt starter with a 9-tooth drive and compare the original part number to MPA Electrical 12174. For Honda Civic fitment searches, match the OE number and starter style before ordering.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to restore proper starting-system function using the original design specifications. This unit is based on a Mitsuba application and is intended for direct replacement where the listed OE numbers and starter characteristics match.