MPA Electrical 16853 Starter Motor

Starter for Mitsubishi and Dodge 1983 Applications

MPA Electrical remanufactured starter Part Number 16853 is built for 12-volt starting systems that need a clockwise, offset gear reduction design. With a 2.0 kW rating and a Mitsubishi manufacturer base, this starter is a direct-fit option for select 1983 Dodge and Mitsubishi vehicles.

Compatible With 1983 Dodge Power Ram 50, 1983 Dodge Ram 50, and 1983 Mitsubishi Mighty Max with 241mm straight length. The remanufactured MPA Electrical 16853 starter supports reliable engine cranking for these specific applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for electrical, charging, and starting systems
• Offset gear reduction design for controlled starter engagement
• 2.0 kW output for 12-volt starting circuits
• Clockwise rotation
• 10-tooth drive configuration
• Mitsubishi-built starter architecture
• Direct application coverage for select 1983 Dodge and Mitsubishi trucks

Product Details

This starter is engineered around the listed electrical and mechanical specifications: 12 volts, 2.0 kW, clockwise rotation, 10 teeth, and an offset gear reduction layout. Those details matter when matching the starter to the vehicle’s flywheel and starting system, especially on older truck applications where exact fitment is critical. Part Number 16853 also cross-references Quality-Built 16853 for the same application.

Vehicle coverage includes Fits 1983 Dodge Power Ram 50, N/A; Fits 1983 Dodge Ram 50, N/A; and Fits 1983 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, N/A. For Mitsubishi Mighty Max applications, the note specifies first production with 241mm straight length.

Common Uses

• Restoring engine cranking on a no-start condition
• Replacing a worn starter that clicks or spins slowly
• Addressing intermittent starting caused by internal starter wear
• Correcting starter engagement issues tied to drive or rotation mismatch
• Servicing 1983 Dodge Ram 50, Power Ram 50, and Mitsubishi Mighty Max starting systems

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s original starter specifications before installation, including voltage, rotation, tooth count, and mounting length. Confirm the application note for the 1983 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, first production with 241mm straight length, before ordering or installing. Compare the removed unit to Part Number 16853 to ensure the offset gear reduction design and Mitsubishi-style configuration match the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet the listed application requirements for fit and function. This unit is identified by Part Number 16853 and is supported by interchange references including 19135288, IS9407, and Mitsubishi OE numbers such as MD061154 and MD069166.