MPA Electrical 17987N Starter Motor

Starter for Hyundai and Kia Applications

MPA Electrical Part Number 17987N is a new 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.2 kW rating. It uses a clockwise rotation and an 8-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit replacement for select Hyundai Elantra, Tiburon, and Kia Soul, Spectra, Spectra5, and Sportage applications.

Built by Valeo for MPA Electrical, this starter is specified for vehicles that need OE-style starting performance and correct electrical and mechanical match-up. The 17987N starter is a practical choice when servicing a Hyundai Elantra starter or a Kia Sportage starter with the proper engine and model-year fitment.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.2 kW power rating for 12-volt systems
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive configuration
• Manufactured by Valeo for MPA Electrical
• New replacement starter, Part Number 17987N

Fitment Details

• Fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Elantra, N/A
• Fits 2006-2008 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A
• Fits 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A
• Fits 2010-2011 Kia Soul, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra5, N/A
• Fits 2005-2009 Kia Sportage, N/A

What This Starter Helps Resolve

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Grinding or improper engagement at startup
• Intermittent starting performance from worn starter components
• Electrical starting issues on select Hyundai and Kia models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and starter specifications before installation. Confirm 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, and 8-tooth drive engagement to match the original unit. This part number, 17987N, should be checked against the existing starter and vehicle application data before replacement.

Quality Assurance

This starter is built to MPA Electrical specifications and manufactured by Valeo. It is a new replacement part intended for direct service use on the listed Hyundai and Kia applications.