MPA Electrical 15820 Alternator

Remanufactured Bosch-Style Alternator for Volkswagen

MPA Electrical Part Number 15820 is a remanufactured 12-volt alternator built for Volkswagen charging-system applications that call for a Bosch unit with a 90 amp output. It features an internal fan, internal regulator, clockwise rotation, and a pulley-less design for the specified fitments.

This remanufactured alternator is listed for Volkswagen Cabrio, Golf, Jetta, and Passat applications across the 1992-2002 model years. If you are replacing a worn charging unit on a Volkswagen Golf or Volkswagen Jetta with Bosch 90 amp specifications, Part Number 15820 provides a direct-match service part for the confirmed applications.

Key Features

• MPA Electrical Remanufactured alternator
• Part Number 15820
• 12 volts, 90 amps
• Bosch manufacturer specification
• Internal fan and internal regulator
• Clockwise rotation
• Without pulley
• Clock position: 11:00

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 15820 is a remanufactured alternator for Volkswagen charging and starting systems that require a Bosch 90 amp, 12-volt configuration. The internal regulator and internal fan support the specified electrical layout, while the clockwise rotation and 11:00 clock position match the listed applications. This unit is cross-referenced to Continental 13605 for the same application.

Vehicle coverage includes Volkswagen Cabrio, Golf, Jetta, and Passat models in the confirmed year ranges. Search terms such as remanufactured Volkswagen Golf alternator 90 amp Bosch, Volkswagen Jetta alternator without pulley, and 1992-2002 Volkswagen charging system replacement all align with this part number and fitment data.

What This Alternator Helps Address

• Battery warning light caused by low charging output
• Dim lights or electrical accessories losing power while driving
• Hard starting related to insufficient alternator output
• Charging-system failure from a worn or damaged alternator
• Replacement needs for Bosch 90 amp Volkswagen applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original alternator specifications before installation, including amperage, pulley style, rotation, and clock position. This part is listed without a pulley and uses an internal regulator, so the existing vehicle setup must match those requirements. Confirm the exact Volkswagen model, engine configuration, and any notes shown in the fitment data before ordering.

• Fits 1996-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A
• Fits 1996-2002 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, w/ Bosch 90 amp alt.; Remanufactured
• Fits 1996-1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, Remanufactured
• Fits 1993-1994 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, Remanufactured
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, w/ 90 amp, w/ Early Body Style; Remanufactured
• Fits 1993-1998 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, wo/ AC, w/ 90 amp Bosch alt.; Remanufactured
• Fits 1993-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, wo/ AC, Optional, w/ 90 amp alt.; Remanufactured
• Fits 1993-1997 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, wo/ AC, Optional, w/ 90 amp alt.; Remanufactured
• Fits 1993 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, w/ 90 amp alt., wo/ AC; Remanufactured
• Fits 1992 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, From 7/92, w/ 90 amp alt., wo/ AC; Remanufactured

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are rebuilt to meet the listed application requirements for the specified Volkswagen charging-system fitments. Part Number 15820 is identified for confirmed Bosch-based 90 amp applications and is supported by the published interchange references and vehicle coverage.