MPA Electrical 16722 Starter Motor

Starter for Volkswagen Vanagon

MPA Electrical 16722 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for Volkswagen Vanagon applications from 1981-1986. It uses a direct drive design with a 0.8 kW rating, counterclockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth drive for the specified fitments.

The MPA Electrical Remanufactured line focuses on rebuilt electrical components for starting and charging systems. This starter is a remanufactured replacement for Vanagon models that require the listed Bosch-style configuration and battery post application details.

Key Features

• Part number 16722 remanufactured starter
• Direct drive design for 12-volt systems
• 0.8 kW rating
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive
• Manufacturer listed as Bosch

Fitment Details

• Fits 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A, first production, with short battery post; remanufactured.
• Fits 1983-1985 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A, without long battery post (30mm); remanufactured.
• Fits 1981-1983 Volkswagen Vanagon, N/A; remanufactured.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-crank conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starting performance
• Starter noise from worn internal components
• Electrical starting issues on Volkswagen Vanagon models

Installation Notes

Confirm the vehicle’s battery post configuration and starter specifications before installation. This starter is listed for N/A position applications on the Volkswagen Vanagon, so match the original unit’s rotation, tooth count, voltage, and mounting style to the vehicle requirements.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for electrical starting-system replacement needs. This part cross-references Bosch (e.g., 0-001-211-251, 0-001-211-252) for the same application.