MPA Electrical 17881 Starter Motor

Starter for Subaru and Saab Applications

MPA Electrical 17881 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a Mitsubishi manufacturer base. It delivers 1.2 kW output for reliable engine cranking in supported Subaru and Saab applications, including Subaru Impreza, Forester, Outback, and Saab 9-2X fitments.

Use this remanufactured starter when you need a direct replacement for a Mitsubishi-style starter in 2003-2010 Subaru Impreza and Forester applications, plus select 2005 Subaru Outback and 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X models. Part number 17881 is also a useful reference when searching for a Subaru Impreza starter or Forester starter by OE-style application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact, efficient cranking
• 1.2 kW rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive configuration
• Built for Mitsubishi-based starter applications

Detailed Product Overview

MPA Electrical 17881 is a remanufactured starter intended for vehicles that use a Mitsubishi starter design with counterclockwise rotation and an 8-tooth drive. The permanent magnet gear reduction layout supports strong starting performance in a compact package, making it a practical replacement for Subaru and Saab vehicles listed in the fitment data. If you are sourcing a Subaru Forester starter or a Subaru Impreza starter, this part number 17881 should be matched to the exact vehicle year and application before installation.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 17881 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper starter drive engagement
• Electrical starting issues in Mitsubishi-style Subaru and Saab applications

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify year, make, model, and engine application against the fitment list before installation.
• Confirm 12-volt system compatibility and counterclockwise rotation.
• Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output before replacing the starter.
• Check the starter mounting surface and ring gear condition during installation.
• Match the 8-tooth drive and Mitsubishi-style configuration to the original unit.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for direct replacement use in the specified applications. This unit is identified by part number 17881 and is listed for Subaru Impreza, Subaru Forester, Subaru Outback, and Saab 9-2X fitments where the Mitsubishi starter configuration applies.

• Fits 2010 Subaru Impreza, N/A; Compatible with Mitsubishi.; Remanufactured
• Fits 2004-2010 Subaru Impreza, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 2003-2008 Subaru Forester, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X, N/A; Remanufactured
• Fits 2005 Subaru Outback, N/A; Remanufactured