MPA Electrical 17826 Starter Motor

Starter for Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Dodge Attitude

MPA Electrical remanufactured starter 17826 is a 12-volt, permanent magnet direct drive unit built for reliable engine cranking in select Hyundai, Kia, and Dodge applications. It uses a clockwise rotation design with an 8-tooth drive and a 1.0 kW rating for the listed fitments.

As a remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical, this unit is rebuilt for direct replacement use in vehicles such as the Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Kia Rio5, and Dodge Attitude. Part number 17826 is also a useful reference when verifying the correct starter for your application.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet direct drive starter design
• 1.0 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive configuration
• Remanufactured by MPA Electrical
• Manufactured by Valeo

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical starter 17826 is a remanufactured replacement starter for select compact import vehicles that use a 12-volt, clockwise-rotation starter with an 8-tooth drive. The permanent magnet direct drive design supports consistent engagement and cranking performance for the listed Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Kia Rio5, and Dodge Attitude applications. If you are sourcing a starter for a 2002-2011 Hyundai Accent or a 2006-2008 Kia Rio, this part number should be checked against the original unit and vehicle specifications before installation. Cross-reference part numbers include BBB Industries 17826 and OE-style references such as 36100-22850.

Compatible With: Fits 2006-2011 Dodge Attitude, N/A; Fits 2002-2011 Hyundai Accent, N/A; Fits 2006-2008 Kia Rio, N/A; Fits 2006-2008 Kia Rio5, N/A; Fits 2004-2006 Dodge Verna, N/A.

What It Helps Solve

• Engine no-crank condition caused by a worn starter motor
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter failure from worn internal electrical components
• Replacement needs for a remanufactured OE-style starter assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the original starter’s rotation, tooth count, voltage, and mounting configuration before installation. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, and model, especially on Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Kia Rio5, Dodge Attitude, and Dodge Verna listings. Compare the existing unit and connector layout to the replacement starter 17826 to ensure proper fitment.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet the specifications of the listed application, with Valeo identified as the manufacturer source for this unit. Part number 17826 is intended for direct replacement use in the confirmed vehicle applications above.