MPA Electrical 17948N Starter

OE-Style Starter for Ram, Dodge, and Jeep

MPA Electrical 17948N is a new 12-volt starter built for OE fit, form, and function. It is a direct replacement for select Dodge Durango, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4000, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Jeep Commander applications, with the correct mounting and rotation for the listed vehicles.

Built with industry-grade components and a permanent magnet gear reduction design, this starter is made for dependable cranking performance in everyday driving and demanding use. The 17948N is a practical replacement choice when servicing Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram starting systems.

Key Features

• 12.0-volt starter for listed applications
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Mitsubishi family starter construction
• 1.7 power rating
• Clockwise (right) starter rotation
• 10-tooth drive configuration
• Flange mounting type
• New OE-style replacement from MPA Electrical

Detailed Product Overview

MPA Electrical 17948N is engineered as a direct-fit starter replacement for vehicles that require a Mitsubishi-family unit with clockwise rotation and a 10-tooth drive. The OE-style design helps maintain proper engagement and starting performance on Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4000, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Jeep Commander models listed below. This part cross-references Mopar 56044736AC for the same application.

Use this starter when replacing a worn or failed unit on 2011-2025 Dodge Durango, 2011-2019 Ram 1500, 2011-2019 Ram 2500, 2011-2018 Ram 3500, 2011-2020 Ram 4000, 2009-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2009-2010 Jeep Commander, 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500, 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, and 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 applications. The part number 17948N is also a useful reference when matching OE replacement starters during service.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter grinding or drive engagement issues
• Starting system failure caused by a worn starter motor

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and starter specifications before installation. Verify 12-volt system requirements, flange mounting, clockwise rotation, 10-tooth drive count, and Mitsubishi-family application details against the removed unit. Check battery condition, cable integrity, and charging system output during diagnosis so the replacement starter is not installed into an unresolved electrical fault.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical New starters are built to OE fit, form, and function standards using high-grade components. The goal is consistent starting performance and long service life in the listed Ram, Dodge, and Jeep applications.