MPA Electrical 17865 Starter Motor

Starter for Volkswagen Applications

MPA Electrical Remanufactured Starter 17865 is a 12-volt replacement starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It is configured with counterclockwise rotation and a 10-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit option for select Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Sharan applications with Hitachi starter configurations.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact, efficient cranking
• 1.4 kW output
• 12-volt electrical system
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 10-tooth drive gear
• Manufactured by Hitachi
• Cross-references Quality-Built 17865

Fitment and Application Details

Fits 2002-2008 Volkswagen Sharan, N/A. Fits 2002-2005 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, w/ Hitachi Side Mount Starter; Remanufactured. Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, w/ Hitachi Starter; Remanufactured. Fits 2002-2003 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, w/ Hitachi Starter; Remanufactured. Fits 2003-2004 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, w/ Hitachi Starter; Remanufactured. Fits 2000-2001 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, w/ Hitachi Starter; Remanufactured. Fits 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, w/ Hitachi Side Mount Starter; Remanufactured. Fits 2002-2003 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, Remanufactured.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-crank conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starting issues on Hitachi-equipped Volkswagen models
• Starter drive engagement problems related to worn internal components
• Electrical starting faults in 12-volt systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter style before ordering, especially on Volkswagen Golf and Jetta models that use Hitachi side-mount or Hitachi starter configurations. Confirm the 10-tooth drive, counterclockwise rotation, and 12-volt specification against the original unit to ensure proper fitment. Always inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging-system output during replacement to avoid repeat starting complaints.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet application-specific requirements for fit and function. This part number, 17865, is also referenced by Quality-Built 17865 and cross-references OE-style numbers 09A-911-023, 19135635, and S114-875 for the same application.