MPA Electrical 17738N Starter Motor

Starter for Nissan Frontier and Xterra

MPA Electrical 17738N is a 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It uses a clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit electrical starting component for select Nissan Frontier and Nissan Xterra applications.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.4 kW output for starting performance
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Manufactured by Mitsubishi

Product Details

MPA Electrical part number 17738N is specified for 1999-2001 Nissan Frontier and 2000-2001 Nissan Xterra applications, including Xterra models built to 05/2001. This starter is built around Mitsubishi engineering and is intended for vehicles that require the listed 12-volt, clockwise-rotation, 9-tooth configuration. If you are searching for a starter for a 1999-2001 Nissan Frontier or a 2000-2001 Nissan Xterra, 17738N is the relevant OE-style replacement reference.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 17738 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter failure caused by worn internal drive components
• Starting issues on Nissan Frontier and Nissan Xterra models with the listed configuration

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, model, and build date before ordering, especially for 2001 Nissan Xterra applications noted as to 05/2001. Confirm the starter’s 12-volt system, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive, and 1.4 kW rating against the original unit before installation. Match the electrical and mounting configuration to the vehicle’s existing starter for proper fitment.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical supplies this starter as a new replacement part under the New product line designation. The Mitsubishi-manufactured design and OE-style specifications support accurate replacement selection for the listed Nissan applications.