MPA Electrical 16012 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Saab and Cadillac

MPA Electrical 16012 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It is configured for clockwise rotation and uses a 12-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit starter option for select Saab and Cadillac applications.

Compatible With 2008-2009 Saab 9-3, 2010-2011 Saab 9-5, 2011 Saab 9-4X, and 2010-2011 Cadillac SRX. This MPA Electrical starter, part number 16012, is built around Mitsubishi manufacturer specifications for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.4 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 12-tooth drive configuration
• Remanufactured by MPA Electrical
• Built for select Saab and Cadillac starting systems

Product Details

This remanufactured starter is intended for vehicles that require a Mitsubishi-style starter with the listed electrical and mechanical specifications. The gear reduction design helps deliver strong cranking performance in a compact starter layout, while the 12-tooth drive and clockwise rotation support proper engagement with the engine ring gear. Part number 16012 is a fitment-specific replacement for Saab 9-3, Saab 9-5, Saab 9-4X, and Cadillac SRX applications listed above.

This part cross-references Carlson 19125 for the same application.

Common Starting Issues It May Solve

• No-crank condition when the ignition is turned
• Slow or weak engine cranking
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter motor failure from wear or electrical breakdown
• Starting system problems on Saab 9-3, Saab 9-5, Saab 9-4X, and Cadillac SRX models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter specifications before installation, including voltage, rotation, tooth count, and mounting style. Confirm fitment by model year and application: Fits 2008-2009 Saab 9-3, Fits 2010-2011 Saab 9-5, Fits 2011 Saab 9-4X, and Fits 2010-2011 Cadillac SRX. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging-system output during diagnosis to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet the listed application requirements and specification match for the supported vehicles. Part number 16012 is identified for the confirmed fitment set shown above.