Valeo Starter Motor 12V 1.8KW 12T CCW Part No. 438252

The Valeo starter motor listed here is a new 12V unit with a 1.8kW power rating, 12 teeth, and counter-clockwise rotation. It carries part number 438252 and is supplied as a single starter motor, with a 2-hole mounting arrangement, 79mm flange diameter, and 12mm mount hole diameter.

This starter is identified as suitable for a dry clutch application and has a pinion at rest measurement of 62mm, with a 29mm pinion diameter. The mounting centre-to-centre measurement is 122mm, and the position / degree is listed as R 53. These measurements are the key points to compare before ordering.

Valeo is identified as the brand and as the unit make, and the product is described as a rotating electrical component. The unit weight is 3.71kg, and the listed warranty is one year. As with any starter motor, matching the part number and the physical dimensions is the safest way to confirm the correct replacement.

Key Features

• New starter motor
• 12V electrical system
• 1.8kW power rating
• 12-tooth pinion
• CCW rotation
• 2-hole mounting type

Specifications

• Brand: Valeo
• Part No.: 438252
• Type: Starter motor
• Voltage: 12V
• Power rating: 1.8kW
• Rotation: CCW
• Number of teeth: 12
• Starter mount type: 2 hole

Compatibility guidance

• Fitment information provided includes AUDI A3.
• Fitment information provided includes SKODA OCTAVIA.
• Fitment information provided includes VOLKSWAGEN CADDY.
• Fitment information provided includes VOLKSWAGEN JETTA.
• Model year references shown in the fitment data include A3 2012 to 2017, Octavia 2009 to 2019, Caddy 2010 to 2015, and Jetta 2010 to 2013.
• No fitment details were supplied here for VOLKSWAGEN POLO, so do not rely on the make alone when checking this starter.

Application and Buying Notes

The most important checks on this starter are part number 438252, 12V voltage, 1.8kW output, 12-tooth pinion, and CCW rotation. If any of those points differ from the unit being replaced, the starter may not be the correct match even if the vehicle badge looks similar.

Physical fitment matters as much as the electrical details. Confirm the 2-hole starter mount, 12mm mount hole diameter, 122mm centre-to-centre mounting measurement, 79mm flange diameter, and 62mm pinion at rest before ordering. These dimensions are the practical reference points that help separate similar-looking Valeo starters.

This unit is listed for a dry clutch application, so it is worth checking the vehicle configuration as well as the model. The supplied fitment references point to AUDI A3, SKODA OCTAVIA, VOLKSWAGEN CADDY, and VOLKSWAGEN JETTA applications, but the correct replacement still needs the exact part number and matching mounting details.

For buyers comparing a failed starter, the weight of 3.71kg and the R 53 position / degree can also help with identification. Those details are useful when you are cross-checking an existing unit, especially if the old starter has no readable label or the label is damaged.

A new Valeo starter can be a sensible replacement choice when the original unit has worn brushes, a damaged pinion, or repeated starting issues, but the vehicle must still be matched carefully. The listed one-year warranty applies to the part as supplied, and it does not replace the need to confirm fitment before installation.

Before supply, the safest approach is to confirm the original unit details against the listed part number, voltage, output rating, mounting arrangement, and pulley configuration. That checking process is standard practice in the parts trade because visually similar units can still differ in service-critical ways.

For workshop, fleet, and equipment applications, accurate identification of part number 438252 helps avoid unnecessary freight, additional labour, and vehicle or machine downtime. Where the application is not straightforward, the original unit, OEM reference, or workshop records should be used as the primary confirmation point.

Relevant published details for this unit include Type STARTER MOTOR, Unit of Measure EACH, Warranty One Year, Mount Hole Diameter 12, Pinion at Rest 62mm, Power Rating 1.8kW, Suits Unit Make Valeo, Mount Cnt to Cnt 122mm, Starter Mount Type 2 Hole, Position / Degree R 53.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Weight 3.71kg, Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. 438252, Brand VALEO, Description Valeo Starter Motor 12V 12Th CCW, Flange Diameter 79mm, Number of Teeth 12, Pinion Diameter 29mm, Rotation CCW, Voltage 12.

Valeo Starter Motor 12V 12Th CCW. Part number 438252 should be checked first. Listed voltage is 12. These details form the core reference points used by parts interpreters when confirming the correct replacement.

For part number 438252, the normal identification sequence is part number, electrical rating, mounting arrangement, connector or terminal style, and pulley or drive details. Using those checkpoints helps confirm that the listed unit matches the service requirement rather than only looking similar.

For a starter motor in workshop, fleet, trade, agricultural, or construction service, the listed voltage 12 should be checked carefully. Incorrect selection can affect installation time, return freight, and equipment availability.

Available application references include AUDI A3, AUDI A3 2012, AUDI A3 2013, AUDI A3 2014, SKODA OCTAVIA, SKODA OCTAVIA 2009. Even with application listings, final confirmation should still be based on the exact unit being replaced and the service requirements of the vehicle or machine.

The listed warranty is One Year. Warranty terms should be considered alongside correct application and part identification, as warranty does not replace fitment confirmation.

Compatibility note: Please confirm compatibility by matching part number 438252, 12V, 1.8kW, 12 teeth, CCW rotation, and the listed mounting dimensions against your original starter and vehicle application.

FAQ

What is the part number for this Valeo starter motor?

The listed part number is 438252.

What voltage does this starter motor use?

It is a 12V starter motor.

What is the power rating?

The power rating is 1.8kW.

How many teeth does the pinion have?

The pinion has 12 teeth.

What rotation does this starter have?

The starter is listed as CCW, which means counter-clockwise rotation.

Which vehicles are shown in the fitment information?

The supplied fitment information references AUDI A3, SKODA OCTAVIA, VOLKSWAGEN CADDY, and VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, with no fitment details provided here for VOLKSWAGEN POLO.