MPA Electrical 17840 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Subaru and Saab

MPA Electrical 17840 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a Mitsubishi manufacturer base. It delivers a 1.4 kW rating and counterclockwise rotation for direct replacement use in select Subaru and Saab applications.

Built for Subaru Forester, Impreza, Legacy, and Outback applications, this starter is also listed for Saab 9-2X coverage. The MPA Electrical remanufactured line focuses on OE-style replacement parts for starting and charging systems, making this unit a practical choice when replacing a worn or slow-cranking starter.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for electrical, charging, and starting system repair
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact starting performance
• 1.4 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Mitsubishi manufacturer specification

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical part number 17840 is engineered as a remanufactured starter for vehicles that require a Mitsubishi-style unit with a 9-tooth, counterclockwise, 12-volt configuration. It is listed across multiple Subaru platforms, including 2003-2018 Subaru Forester, 2004-2011 Subaru Impreza, 2005 Subaru Outback, and 2017-2019 Subaru Legacy and Outback, plus 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X coverage. This part number 17840 is also cross-referenced as BBB Industries 17840 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a remanufactured Subaru Forester starter, Subaru Impreza starter, or Subaru Outback starter, this unit provides a direct-fit replacement path when the original starter shows wear, intermittent engagement, or slow cranking.

What It Helps Fix

• Engine no-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Slow or weak cranking during ignition
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or clicking during start-up
• Electrical starting system faults tied to a worn starter motor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and starter configuration before installation. Confirm 12-volt system requirements, counterclockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive count, and Mitsubishi-style fitment against the original unit. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging-system output during replacement to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are rebuilt for replacement use in starting-system service. This starter is identified by part number 17840 and is cataloged for confirmed Subaru and Saab applications.