MPA Electrical 12872 Starter

Starter for Silverado and Sierra HD

MPA Electrical Part Number 12872 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for heavy-duty GM truck applications. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and 3500 HD, as well as GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD models from 2020-2023.

Built around the Hitachi family design, this starter uses a 3.5 power rating, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth engagement, and flange mounting for the specified applications. The remanufactured starter line is produced to OE fit, form, and function standards in TS16949 certified facilities.

Key Features

• MPA Electrical remanufactured starter, Part Number 12872
• 12.0-volt electrical system
• Hitachi family design
• 3.5 power rating
• Clockwise (right) starter rotation
• 9-tooth drive engagement
• Flange mounting type
• OE-style replacement for select Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD trucks

Product Details

MPA Electrical 12872 is a remanufactured starter for drivers needing a direct replacement starter for 2020-2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and GMC Sierra 3500 HD applications. The remanufactured product line is built to match OE fit, form, and function, with production controlled in TS16949 certified facilities for consistent rebuild quality. This part cross-references 12678744 for the same application.

Common Problems This Starter Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting after key or push-button command
• Grinding or improper starter gear mesh
• Starter failure on high-mileage HD trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter specifications before installation, including 12-volt system voltage, Hitachi family design, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth count, and flange mount configuration. Confirm fitment for your exact Silverado HD or Sierra HD year and model before replacing the starter. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output during diagnosis to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to OE-style standards and produced in TS16949 certified facilities, a recognized benchmark for manufacturing control. Part Number 12872 is intended as a direct replacement starter for the listed Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD applications.

• Fits 2020-2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, N/A
• Fits 2020-2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, N/A
• Fits 2020-2023 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, N/A
• Fits 2020-2023 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, N/A