MPA Electrical 17728 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Honda and Acura

MPA Electrical 17728 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Honda and Acura applications. It uses a permanent magnet offset gear reduction design with a 1.6 kW rating and counterclockwise rotation for proper engine cranking performance.

This starter is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles such as the Honda Accord, Odyssey, and Pilot, along with Acura TL, CL, and MDX applications listed below. The MPA Electrical remanufactured line focuses on OE-style replacement coverage for starting-system service.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for electrical, charging, and starting system repair
• Permanent magnet offset gear reduction design
• 1.6 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Manufactured by Mitsuba
• Part number 17728

Detailed Product Overview

MPA Electrical part number 17728 is engineered for Honda and Acura vehicles that require a counterclockwise, 12-volt starter with a 9-tooth drive. The permanent magnet offset gear reduction layout supports efficient cranking in a compact starter design, while the 1.6 kW rating matches the electrical demand of the listed applications. If you are replacing a worn starter on a Honda Accord or Acura TL, this remanufactured unit provides a service-ready option for starting-system repair.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 17728 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Solve

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter motor wear or internal electrical failure
• Starting-system faults on Honda Accord, Odyssey, Pilot, Acura TL, CL, and MDX models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter specifications before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, counterclockwise rotation, and 9-tooth drive count. Confirm the original unit matches the Mitsuba-style configuration and compare the OE part number against the interchange list when servicing a Honda Accord, Honda Odyssey, or Acura TL. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and ground integrity during replacement to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for service replacement use and are identified here by their OE-style application coverage and Mitsuba manufacturing reference. Part number 17728 is listed for the model years shown below.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1998-2007 Honda Accord, N/A
• Fits 1999-2006 Honda Odyssey, N/A
• Fits 2003-2005 Honda Pilot, N/A
• Fits 2005-2006 Acura TL, N/A
• Fits 1999-2003 Acura TL, N/A
• Fits 2001-2003 Acura CL, N/A
• Fits 1998-1999 Acura CL, N/A
• Fits 2001-2002 Acura MDX, N/A