Remy 26481 Starter

Remanufactured Starter for GM Trucks and SUVs

Remy Premium Remanufactured starter 26481 is a 12-volt, permanent magnet gear reduction starter built for select GM trucks, vans, SUVs, and Hummer applications. It uses a clockwise rotation, closed nose design, and 11-tooth pinion for direct replacement service on listed vehicles.

Remy Premium Remanufactured focuses on OE-style replacement components for starting and charging systems. This starter is remanufactured and superseded to 25903, making part number 26481 a relevant reference when matching the correct starter for your application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured 12V starter for electrical starting system repair
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for efficient cranking
• Closed nose configuration with clockwise rotation
• 11-pin tooth count for listed GM applications
• OE manufacturer reference: Delco/Delphi
• Superseded to 25903
• Part number 26481 for catalog and interchange lookup

Detailed Application Information

This starter is used on a wide range of Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Hummer vehicles, including 2001-2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 2003-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and 2003-2005 Cadillac Escalade. It also covers heavy-duty and van applications such as 2001-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2003-2005 Chevrolet Express 3500, and 2003-2005 GMC Savana 2500. For search relevance, this Remy 26481 starter is also associated with 2003-2005 Hummer H2 and 2001-2005 GMC Yukon models.

This part cross-references Delco/Delphi-style applications (e.g., 8000052, 9000853) for the same starter use case.

What It Helps Fix

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting after key turn
• Starter motor failure from wear or electrical fatigue
• Hard-start complaints tied to the starting system

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration, rotation direction, nose style, voltage, and pinion tooth count before installation. Confirm the replacement matches the original Delco/Delphi application and check the supersession to 25903 when cross-referencing part number 26481. On 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 applications, the listing notes a suggested replacement unit and the need for long mounting bolts.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured to support OE-style replacement needs for starting and charging system service. This starter is built for the listed GM fitments and cataloged for direct application matching across Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Cadillac Escalade, and related platforms.