MPA Electrical 17801N Starter Motor

Starter for Chevrolet and GMC V8 Applications

MPA Electrical 17801N is a 12-volt starter built with an offset gear reduction design and a 2.2 kW rating. It uses a clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit replacement for select Chevrolet Express, Silverado, GMC Savana, and Sierra applications.

Compatible With 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and Silverado 3500, as well as 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and Sierra 3500. It also fits 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 and Express 3500, plus 2006 GMC Savana 2500 and Savana 3500.

Key Features

• MPA Electrical New line starter assembly
• Part number 17801N for direct identification
• Offset gear reduction design for efficient cranking performance
• 2.2 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation with 9-tooth drive
• Manufactured by Hitachi

Detailed Description

This starter is built for vehicles that require a clockwise, 12-volt unit with a 9-tooth drive and offset gear reduction layout. The 2.2 kW rating supports starting demand on heavier-duty Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and Sierra 3500 trucks, along with Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans in the listed model years. MPA Electrical 17801N is also referenced under BBB Industries 17801 for the same application.

Use this starter when replacing a worn or failed unit on 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 3500, 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2006 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2006 GMC Savana 2500, or 2006 GMC Savana 3500.

What It Helps Solve

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start condition caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper drive engagement from a worn starter
• Electrical starting issues on Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Express, and Savana models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the starter’s 12-volt specification, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive, and offset gear reduction design against the original unit before installation. Confirm fitment by year, make, and model for your Chevrolet or GMC application, and compare the existing starter connector and mounting configuration to the replacement part.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical 17801N is a new starter built to match the listed OE-style application details and is manufactured by Hitachi. Cross-reference part numbers include BBB Industries 17801.