MPA Electrical 12312 Starter Motor

Starter for Kia and Mazda Applications

MPA Electrical 12312 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct-drive operation with a clockwise rotation and 8-tooth design. It is specified at 0.9 kW and is built for select Kia Spectra, Kia Sportage, Kia Sephia, and Mazda Protege applications.

MPA Electrical’s remanufactured line focuses on restoring starter performance for OE-style replacement needs. This starter is identified with Mando/Kia manufacturing specifications and is listed for direct-fit applications across multiple Kia models, including the Kia Spectra starter and Kia Sportage starter applications.

Key Features

• Part number: 12312
• Remanufactured starter for electrical, charging, and starting systems
• Direct drive design for 12-volt systems
• 0.9 kW rating for select compact and utility vehicle applications
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth starter drive
• Manufacturer specification: Mando/Kia

Fitment Details

• Fits 2000-2004 Kia Spectra, N/A
• Fits 1995-2002 Kia Sportage, N/A
• Fits 1994-2001 Kia Sephia, N/A
• Fits 2000-2001 Mazda Protege, N/A; compatible with Nippondenso starter motors

What This Starter Helps Solve

• Slow or weak cranking during engine start
• No-crank conditions caused by starter wear
• Intermittent starting from worn internal starter components
• Starter drive engagement issues on 8-tooth applications
• Replacement needs for remanufactured Kia and Mazda starter assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter specifications before installation, including 12-volt system voltage, clockwise rotation, 0.9 kW rating, and 8-tooth drive count. Confirm the application against the vehicle year, make, and model listed above, especially for the Mazda Protege, which is noted as compatible with Nippondenso starter motors.

Quality Assurance

This remanufactured starter is built to MPA Electrical’s remanufactured product standards and follows the listed OE-style specifications for the stated applications. Part number 12312 is cross-referenced with BBB Industries 16922 for the same application.