MPA Electrical 16818 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Nissan D21 and Pathfinder

MPA Electrical 16818 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Nissan truck and SUV applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a 1.4 kW rating and clockwise rotation for dependable engine cranking.

Compatible with 1986-1989 Nissan D21 models with an R-terminal and 1987-1989 Nissan Pathfinder models with a 2-terminal plug, this starter is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. The MPA Electrical remanufactured line focuses on OE-style replacement coverage for common charging and starting repairs.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for 12-volt starting systems
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• 1.4 kW output rating
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Built for Hitachi-style applications
• Direct replacement coverage for Nissan D21 and Nissan Pathfinder

Detailed Product Overview

MPA Electrical part number 16818 is engineered for starting-system service on select Nissan vehicles. The permanent magnet gear reduction design helps deliver compact packaging and efficient cranking performance, while the 9-tooth drive and clockwise rotation match the listed OE-style applications. This starter cross-references Quality-Built 16817 for the same application.

Use this starter on 1986-1989 Nissan D21 models with an R-terminal and 1987-1989 Nissan Pathfinder models with a 2-terminal plug. If you are searching for a remanufactured starter for Nissan D21 1986-1989 or a starter for Nissan Pathfinder 1987-1989, MPA Electrical 16818 is the listed replacement part number to verify against your original unit.

Common Problems This Starter Can Address

• Engine cranking slowly or inconsistently
• No-crank condition caused by starter failure
• Starter motor wear in high-mileage Nissan D21 and Pathfinder vehicles
• Electrical starting issues tied to a failed OE-style starter assembly
• Replacement needs for a 12-volt Hitachi-type starter with the correct terminal configuration

Installation Notes and Fitment Tips

Fits 1986-1989 Nissan D21, w/ R-terminal; Remanufactured. Fits 1987-1989 Nissan Pathfinder, w/ 2 terminal plug; Remanufactured. Confirm the terminal style, drive tooth count, rotation, and original starter part number before installation. Verify that the replacement matches the vehicle’s starting-system configuration and the removed unit’s mounting and electrical connections.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are built as OE-style replacement components for starting-system service. Part number 16818 is specified with the listed design, voltage, rotation, and tooth count to support accurate application matching for Nissan D21 and Nissan Pathfinder vehicles.