AL 87251 — which vehicles it fits
Starter motor catalogued by TecDoc, the vehicles it is listed for, and other brands listed for the same vehicles.
The TecDoc catalogue lists AL 87251 (Starter) for 6 vehicles VinSnap tracks: Volkswagen Tiguan (2015–2016, 2019, 2022) and Volkswagen Jetta (2015–2016). Other brands with a starter motor listed for all 6 of the same vehicles include SERA AU7048, SNRA AU9048 and STARTCAR 235ST21; they share catalogue fitment, which is not the same as an official interchange. Coverage here is limited to the base engine of about 400 US-market models, so the full catalogue can list more vehicles; confirm fit by VIN before buying.
Last updated: · Source: TecDoc catalogue
AL 87251 at a glance
| Brand | AL |
|---|---|
| Part number | 87251 |
| TecDoc product name | Starter |
| Part type | Starter Motor (Electrical) |
| Tracked vehicles it fits | 6 (2 models) |
| Other brands, same vehicles | 7 list a starter motor for all 6 |
Source: TecDoc catalogue (article lists for each vehicle's base engine). Cross-reference 87251 for declared interchanges.
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Vehicles AL 87251 fits
| Vehicle | Catalogued engine | Engine built |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Volkswagen Jetta | 1.2 L petrol, 4-cyl, 105 hp | 2010–2017 |
| 2016 Volkswagen Jetta | 1.2 L petrol, 4-cyl, 105 hp | 2010–2017 |
| 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 122 hp | 2010–2018 |
| 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 122 hp | 2010–2018 |
| 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 125 hp | 2016–2022 |
| 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1.4 L petrol, 4-cyl, 125 hp | 2016–2022 |
Each row links to that vehicle's starter motor page. Engines are the base engine TecDoc lists for the model year; other engines can take a different part.
Also fits the same vehicles
Other brands' starter motor that TecDoc lists for all or most of the vehicles above. This is shared catalogue fitment, not a manufacturer-declared interchange.
Frequently asked questions
What vehicles does AL 87251 fit?
TecDoc lists AL 87251 for 6 vehicles VinSnap tracks: Volkswagen Tiguan (2015–2016, 2019, 2022) and Volkswagen Jetta (2015–2016). This covers each model's base engine only; confirm your exact engine by VIN.
What can I use instead of AL 87251?
TecDoc lists 7 other brands with a starter motor for all 6 of the same vehicles, for example SERA AU7048, SNRA AU9048, STARTCAR 235ST21 and vika 99111634901. Shared fitment is not an official interchange, so check dimensions or cross-reference the number before substituting.
What kind of part is AL 87251?
TecDoc names it "Starter", which VinSnap files under starter motor (electrical).