Remy 17291 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Hyundai and Kia

Remy Premium Remanufactured starter Part Number 17291 is built for 12-volt starting systems that need a permanent magnet gear reduction design and clockwise rotation. It is a remanufactured unit with a closed nose and 8-tooth pinion, engineered for direct replacement in select Hyundai and Kia applications.

This starter is a fit for vehicles including Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Spectra, Kia Spectra5, and Kia Sportage across the listed model years. If you are searching for a remanufactured starter for a 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson or a 1996-2006 Hyundai Elantra, Remy 17291 matches the specified OE-style application.

Key Features

• Remy Premium Remanufactured starter
• Part Number: 17291
• 12-volt electrical system
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Closed nose configuration
• 8-pinion-tooth drive
• Clockwise rotation
• OE manufacturer reference: Valeo
• Pulley included

Product Details

Remy 17291 is a remanufactured starter designed around the OE Valeo application for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. The permanent magnet gear reduction layout supports efficient cranking performance, while the closed nose housing and 8-tooth pinion match the specified starter configuration. This part number is also cross-referenced to D6RA78 for the same application.

Use this starter when replacing a failed unit on vehicles such as Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Spectra, Kia Spectra5, and Kia Sportage. The part number 17291 is the key identifier for confirming the correct starter against the vehicle’s original equipment specification.

Common Problems This Starter Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Intermittent starting after key turn
• Slow cranking during startup
• Starter motor failure from worn internal components
• Incorrect starter configuration on OE replacement repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter specification before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, closed nose design, and 8-tooth pinion count. Confirm fitment against the exact year, make, and model listing for Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Spectra, Kia Spectra5, and Kia Sportage. Compare the original unit and connector layout before removal to ensure the replacement matches the OE application.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are rebuilt to meet the application-specific requirements of the original OE design. This starter is remanufactured to the listed specifications for direct replacement use in the confirmed Hyundai and Kia fitments.