MPA Electrical 12196 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Nissan and INFINITI

MPA Electrical 12196 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.2 kW rating. It uses a clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive, with Hitachi as the original manufacturer reference for this application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for electrical, charging, and starting systems
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact starting performance
• 1.2 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Manufacturer reference: Hitachi

Detailed Description

This MPA Electrical remanufactured starter, part number 12196, is built for select Nissan and INFINITI vehicles that use a Hitachi-style starter. It is a direct-fit starting component for 1991-1996 INFINITI G20, 1991-1994 Nissan Sentra, 1991-1993 Nissan NX, 1995-1996 Nissan 200SX, and 1997 Nissan 200SX applications listed with the correct starter configuration. This part cross-references BBB Industries 17246 and 17455 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a remanufactured starter for 1991-1996 INFINITI G20 or a Nissan Sentra starter replacement, this unit matches the listed electrical and drive specifications. The 12196 starter is also a relevant search match for Nissan 200SX starter replacement needs where the vehicle uses the specified Hitachi starter setup.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition caused by starter failure
• Slow or weak cranking during ignition
• Intermittent starting caused by worn starter internals
• Starter noise related to drive or engagement wear
• Replacement needs for Hitachi-style Nissan and INFINITI starter applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration, rotation, tooth count, voltage, and mounting style before installation. Confirm the application against the listed fitment for 1991-1996 INFINITI G20, 1991-1994 Nissan Sentra, 1991-1993 Nissan NX, and 1995-1997 Nissan 200SX models. Compare the removed unit to part number 12196 and the original Hitachi-style starter reference to ensure proper match-up.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical supplies this starter as a remanufactured component for starting-system service. The part is built to the listed specifications: permanent magnet gear reduction, 1.2 kW, 12 volts, clockwise rotation, and 9 teeth.