MPA Electrical 18265 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Select GM Vehicles

MPA Electrical Part Number 18265 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Buick, Chevrolet, and GM applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a 1.2 kW rating, clockwise rotation, and a 13-tooth drive for direct replacement service.

This starter is compatible with 2021-2022 Buick Encore, 2017-2022 Chevrolet Spark, and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trax. If you are replacing a Delco-style starter on one of these vehicles, Part Number 18265 provides the correct electrical and mechanical specifications for the application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• 12-volt electrical system
• 1.2 kW power rating
• Clockwise rotation
• 13-tooth drive configuration
• Manufacturer reference: Delco
• Interchange reference: 12653611

Detailed Product Overview

MPA Electrical Part Number 18265 is built for starting-system replacement on late-model GM vehicles that use a Delco-style starter configuration. The permanent magnet gear reduction design supports efficient cranking performance, while the 12-volt, 1.2 kW specification matches the electrical demands of the listed applications. This starter is a direct-fit option for 2021-2022 Buick Encore, 2017-2022 Chevrolet Spark, and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trax.

The remanufactured construction makes this unit a practical choice when replacing a worn or failed starter on a Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, or Chevrolet Trax. Part Number 18265 also cross-references 12653611 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Resolve

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter motor failure from wear or electrical damage
• Starting-system issues on Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, and Chevrolet Trax models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and starter specifications before installation. Confirm clockwise rotation, 13-tooth drive count, and 12-volt system requirements match the original unit. Compare the removed starter to Part Number 18265 and check the Delco reference and interchange number before final installation.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are rebuilt for replacement use in the specified applications. This starter is identified by Part Number 18265 and is listed for the fitments shown above.