MPA Electrical 16868 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for GM Applications

MPA Electrical 16868 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with an offset gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It uses a Mitsubishi manufacturer configuration, clockwise rotation, and a 10-tooth drive for the listed Buick and Oldsmobile applications.

This starter is a direct-fit replacement for select Buick Riviera, Buick Reatta, Buick Park Avenue, Oldsmobile Toronado, and Oldsmobile 98 models with the specified offset gear reduction starter setup. The MPA Electrical 16868 part number is also referenced by several aftermarket listings for the same application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Part number 16868
• 12-volt electrical system
• 1.4 kW output rating
• Offset gear reduction design
• Clockwise rotation
• 10-tooth drive
• Mitsubishi manufacturer configuration

Fitment Details

• Fits 1991 Buick Park Avenue, N/A; Compatible with Mitsubishi.; Remanufactured
• Fits 1988-1990 Buick Riviera, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 1986-1987 Buick Riviera, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 1989-1990 Buick Reatta, N/A; w/ Offset Gear Reduction Starter; Remanufactured
• Fits 1988 Buick Reatta, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 1989-1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, N/A; w/ Offset Gear Reduction Starter; Remanufactured
• Fits 1986-1988 Oldsmobile Toronado, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 1991 Oldsmobile 98, N/A; w/ Offset Gear Reduction Starter; Remanufactured

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start condition caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper starter drive operation
• Replacement needs for worn original starter units

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration before installation, including offset gear reduction design, clockwise rotation, 12-volt system requirements, and 10-tooth drive count. Confirm the application against the vehicle’s year, make, and model, especially for Buick Riviera, Buick Reatta, Buick Park Avenue, Oldsmobile Toronado, and Oldsmobile 98 listings.

Cross-reference part numbers include AMS Automotive 6430 and Four Seasons 16868 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to restore proper starting performance for the listed applications. This unit follows the specified Mitsubishi-style configuration and is identified by part number 16868.