MPA Electrical 12455 Starter

Starter for Camaro and ATS

MPA Electrical Remanufactured Starter Part Number 12455 is a 12-volt replacement starter built with a Mitsubishi design and a planetary gear reduction setup. It delivers 2.0 kW output, clockwise rotation, and a 17-tooth drive for applications that require this exact configuration.

This remanufactured starter is listed for 2016-2023 Chevrolet Camaro and 2016-2018 Cadillac ATS applications, with 2016-2019 Cadillac ATS coverage including notes for models without the Start/Stop feature. Part number 12455 is also cross-referenced to 12652436 for the same application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• 2.0 kW power rating for 12-volt systems
• Planetary gear reduction design for compact, high-torque starting performance
• Mitsubishi manufacturer design
• Clockwise rotation
• 17-tooth drive configuration
• Direct application coverage for Chevrolet Camaro and Cadillac ATS

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 12455 is a remanufactured starter assembly for vehicles using a Mitsubishi-style, planetary gear reduction starter with clockwise rotation and a 17-tooth drive. The 2.0 kW rating and 12-volt electrical specification make it a direct-match replacement for the listed Camaro and ATS applications. If you are sourcing a starter for a Chevrolet Camaro or a Cadillac ATS, verify the vehicle’s starting system details against the fitment notes before installation.

Brand Line: Remanufactured indicates this unit has been rebuilt for reuse in starter applications, making it a service replacement option for vehicles that need the correct electrical and mechanical starter configuration. Part number 12455 should be matched to the original starter specifications and vehicle fitment data for proper application.

What It Helps Solve

• Engine no-crank condition caused by starter failure
• Slow or weak cranking from a worn starter motor
• Intermittent starting caused by internal starter wear
• Incorrect replacement starter selection for Camaro or ATS applications
• Fitment issues when the vehicle requires a clockwise, 17-tooth, 12-volt starter

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the original starter’s rotation, tooth count, voltage, and gear reduction design before installation. For Cadillac ATS applications, check the notes for models without the Start/Stop feature. Compare the removed unit to part number 12455 and verify the connector and mounting layout match the vehicle before final assembly.

• Fits 2016-2023 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A
• Fits 2019 Cadillac ATS, N/A; Compatible Starter Motor without Start/Stop Feature.; Remanufactured
• Fits 2016-2017 Cadillac ATS, N/A; Compatible Starter Motor without Start/Stop Feature.; Remanufactured
• Fits 2016-2018 Cadillac ATS, N/A; Remanufactured

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are built to meet the listed application requirements for voltage, rotation, tooth count, and gear reduction design. Verify fitment by VIN and by matching the original starter specifications to part number 12455 before installation.