MPA Electrical 19581 Starter Motor

Starter for Ford Transit Applications

MPA Electrical Part Number 19581 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for Ford Transit vans and related Transit nameplates. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a 2.0 kW rating and clockwise rotation for dependable engine cranking.

This remanufactured starter is built by MPA Electrical and uses Valeo as the manufacturer reference. It is a direct-fit option for Ford Transit, Transit Custom, Transit-150, Transit-250, Transit-350, and Transit-350 HD applications listed below.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 2.0 kW output for 12-volt starting systems
• Clockwise rotation
• 12-tooth drive configuration
• Remanufactured MPA Electrical starter, Part Number 19581
• Cross-reference: Gates 19492 for the same application

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 19581 is a remanufactured starter assembly engineered for Ford Transit platform vehicles that use a 12-volt electrical system and a clockwise-rotating, 12-tooth starter drive. The permanent magnet gear reduction layout supports strong cranking performance in a compact starter package, while the 2.0 kW rating aligns with the demands of commercial van starting systems. If you are sourcing a starter for a Ford Transit or Ford Transit Custom, Part Number 19581 provides a fitment-focused replacement option tied to the listed OE and interchange references.

Compatible With Ford Transit, Ford Transit Custom, Ford Transit-150, Ford Transit-250, Ford Transit-350, and Ford Transit-350 HD applications across the model years shown in the fitment list. Part Number 19581 also cross-references Gates 19492 for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper starter drive engagement
• Electrical starting issues on Ford Transit vans

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration matches 12 volts, clockwise rotation, and 12-tooth drive specifications before installation.
• Confirm the application against the exact Ford Transit, Transit Custom, Transit-150, Transit-250, Transit-350, or Transit-350 HD model year listed in the fitment data.
• Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output before replacing the starter.
• Check mounting surfaces and electrical terminals for corrosion or damage during service.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are built to meet application-specific requirements for starting-system replacement. This unit is identified as a remanufactured starter with Valeo as the manufacturer reference and is cataloged for Ford Transit platform fitment.

Fitment

• Fits 2015-2020 Ford Transit, N/A
• Fits 2014-2020 Ford Transit Custom, N/A
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-150, N/A
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-250, N/A
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-350, N/A
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-350 HD, N/A