Reman Starter for Hyundai and Kia

This BBB Industries reman starter, part number 52044, is built for direct replacement applications on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It uses a permanent magnet direct drive design with a 12-volt electrical setup for dependable starting performance.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet direct drive construction for efficient starter operation
• 12-volt starter assembly with clockwise rotation
• Closed nose cone design
• Solenoid attached and starter drive included
• 10-tooth pinion configuration
• OE manufacturer reference: Valeo

Detailed Description

Part number 52044 is a remanufactured starter from BBB Industries for Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Elantra GT, Hyundai Veloster, Kia Soul, Kia Forte5, and Kia Forte Koup applications. It is engineered around a permanent magnet direct drive layout and matches the OE manufacturer reference to Valeo for the listed applications. This starter is a practical choice when the original unit no longer cranks reliably or shows signs of internal wear. The part number 52044 is also cross-referenced to 36100-2B502 and 1202653 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Engine no-crank conditions
• Slow or inconsistent starter engagement
• Starter drive wear or solenoid-related failure
• Electrical starting issues on reman replacement jobs

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2017-2019 Hyundai Elantra, N/A. Fits 2018-2019 Hyundai Elantra GT, N/A. Fits 2017-2019 Kia Soul, N/A. Fits 2014-2018 Kia Forte5, N/A. Fits 2017 Hyundai Elantra, N/A, to 06/26/2017. Fits 2013-2017 Hyundai Veloster, N/A. Fits 2014-2017 Kia Forte Koup, N/A. Verify the OE reference, rotation direction, and pinion tooth count before installation. Mounting bolts and shims are not included.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactured starters are built to meet the requirements of the listed OE-style applications and are identified here by part number 52044.