MPA Electrical 16901 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Honda Accord and Prelude

MPA Electrical 16901 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Honda applications with a Mitsuba starter. It uses an offset gear reduction design, a clockwise rotation, and a 1.4 kW rating to match the original starting system requirements on covered vehicles.

Compatible with 1983-1989 Honda Accord and 1983-1987 Honda Prelude applications listed below, this starter is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles equipped with a Mitsuba starter. The MPA Electrical remanufactured line focuses on OE-style electrical replacement parts for charging and starting repairs.

Key Features

• Part number 16901 remanufactured starter
• 12-volt electrical system application
• 1.4 kW output rating
• Offset gear reduction design
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Built for Mitsuba starter applications
• Interchanges with select OE and aftermarket references

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 16901 is a remanufactured starter for Honda Accord and Honda Prelude models that use a Mitsuba starter. The offset gear reduction layout helps deliver the correct engagement geometry for the starter drive, while the 9-tooth, clockwise configuration supports proper fitment in the covered 12-volt starting system. If you are replacing a worn starter on a Honda Accord or Honda Prelude, part number 16901 provides the specifications needed for the listed applications.

This part cross-references Quality-Built 16901 and Remy 16903 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting after key turn
• Starter drive noise during cranking
• Failure caused by worn internal starter components

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle uses a Mitsuba starter before ordering.
• Confirm the starter rotation is clockwise and the drive has 9 teeth.
• Match the 12-volt system and 1.4 kW specification to the original unit.
• Check electrical connections, battery condition, and charging system output during replacement.
• Fits 1984-1989 Honda Accord, N/A, w/ Mitsuba Starter; Remanufactured.
• Fits 1985 Honda Accord, N/A, w/ Mitusba Starter; Remanufactured.
• Fits 1983 Honda Accord, N/A, California only, w/ Mitsuba Starter; Remanufactured.
• Fits 1983-1987 Honda Prelude, N/A, w/ Mitsuba Starter; Remanufactured.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet the specifications required for the listed Honda Accord and Honda Prelude applications. Part number 16901 is identified with Mitsuba-based fitment and OE-style interchange references for application matching.