MPA Electrical 17967 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Volkswagen and Audi

MPA Electrical 17967 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.1 kW rating. It is engineered for counterclockwise rotation and uses a 10-tooth drive, making it a direct replacement option for select Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Vento, Audi A3, and Audi A3 Quattro applications.

This starter cross-references Valeo 438171 for the same application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• 1.1 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 10-tooth drive configuration
• Built for Bosch starter applications where specified in fitment notes

Detailed Product Overview

Part number 17967 is a remanufactured starter intended for vehicles that use a Bosch or Valeo starter motor, depending on the listed application. It is a fitment-based replacement for 2004-2013 Audi A3, 2004-2008 Audi A3 Quattro, 2007-2013 Volkswagen GTI, and select Volkswagen Jetta and Vento models. For buyers searching for a remanufactured starter for a Volkswagen Jetta or Audi A3 with Bosch starter specifications, this unit matches the listed electrical and drive characteristics.

MPA Electrical 17967 also aligns with interchange references including Quality-Built 17967 and Valeo 438171. Use the vehicle notes to confirm whether your application requires a Bosch starter motor or a Valeo starter motor before ordering.

Common Starting Problems It Can Address

• Engine cranking slowly or not cranking at all
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Clicking sound when turning the key or pressing start
• Starter motor wear on high-mileage Volkswagen and Audi vehicles
• Electrical starting faults tied to a failing starter assembly

Installation Notes and Fitment Tips

• Fits 2018 Volkswagen Vento, N/A
• Fits 2014-2016 Volkswagen Vento, N/A
• Fits 2014 Volkswagen Vento, N/A, compatible with models featuring a Bosch starter motor
• Fits 2011-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, compatible with vehicles equipped with a Valeo starter motor
• Fits 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 2008-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, specific starter type required
• Fits 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, from chassis/VIN 1K-7-054 617, with Bosch starter
• Fits 2007-2013 Volkswagen GTI, N/A
• Fits 2004-2013 Audi A3, N/A
• Fits 2004-2008 Audi A3 Quattro, N/A

Verify starter type, rotation, tooth count, and vehicle notes against the existing unit before installation. Confirm the application by VIN when the fitment listing includes chassis or starter-motor-specific requirements.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are built to meet application-specific requirements for electrical starting systems. This starter is remanufactured and specified with Bosch-related fitment notes where applicable, supporting accurate replacement selection for Volkswagen and Audi starting system service.