MPA Electrical 17415 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Audi and Volkswagen

MPA Electrical 17415 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Audi A3 and Volkswagen applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a 1.1 kW rating, 9 teeth, and counterclockwise rotation for direct replacement service.

This starter is built under the MPA Electrical Remanufactured line, which focuses on rebuilt electrical components for charging and starting systems. Part number 17415 is a fitment-based replacement for vehicles that require the specified Bosch-style starter configuration.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for charging and starting system repair
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact, efficient cranking
• 1.1 kW output with 12-volt electrical system compatibility
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Manufacturer reference: Bosch
• Part number 17415 for ordering and cross-reference lookup

Fitment Details

• Fits 1998-2003 Audi A3, N/A
• Fits 1998-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, w/ Early body style; Remanufactured
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, Starter Motor with 3 Mounting Holes; Remanufactured
• Fits 1993-1998 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1993-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 1995-1997 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A, Starter Motor with 3 Mounting Holes; Remanufactured
• Fits 1992-1996 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 1992 Volkswagen Corrado, N/A
• Fits 1992 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, From 8/92 (w/ 221mm str. length); Remanufactured

What This Starter Helps Resolve

• Slow or no-crank starting conditions
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter motor wear from age and mileage
• Electrical starting issues tied to a failed internal starter assembly
• Replacement needs for Bosch-style applications on Audi A3 and Volkswagen models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, engine application, mounting-hole count, and starter rotation before installation. This part number 17415 is listed for specific Audi A3 and Volkswagen fitments, including 1999 Golf early body style, 1999 Jetta with 3 mounting holes, and 1992 Jetta from 8/92 with 221mm starter length.

Confirm the existing starter’s tooth count, voltage, and mounting configuration against the replacement unit before removal. For best results, inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging-system output during starter replacement.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are rebuilt for starting-system service and application-specific replacement. This starter is identified with Bosch manufacturer reference data and supported by listed interchange numbers for catalog matching, including BBB Industries 17415. This part cross-references BBB Industries 17415 for the same application.