✅ Compatibility

• Make: Kohler Power (Kohler Co.)
• Engine: Kohler CH395 — 208cc single-cylinder OHV air-cooled gasoline engine (9.5HP)
• OEM / Cross Reference Part Numbers:
  • Kohler OEM (hyphenated format): 17-098-04, 17-098-12
  • Kohler OEM (service / S-suffix format): 17-098-04S, 17-098-12S
  • Kohler OEM (continuous format): 1709804, 1709804S, 1709812S
• Compatible Kohler CH395 Engine Spec Numbers:
  • CH395-0021, CH395-0024, CH395-0025, CH395-0026
  • CH395-0032, CH395-0041, CH395-0065
• Typical Applications:
  • Riding lawn mowers and garden tractors (Kohler CH395-powered)
  • Zero-turn mowers (commercial and residential)
  • Small portable and standby generators
  • Commercial landscaping and groundskeeping equipment
  • Light industrial and specialty outdoor power equipment
• ⚠️ Fitment Note: Verify your Kohler engine model (CH395) and spec number (e.g. CH395-0021) from the engine data plate before ordering. The spec number is printed on the engine identification label. Contact us for fitment confirmation.

🔧 Product Highlights

• Direct OEM Replacement — Kohler 17-098-04 / 17-098-12 12V Starter for Kohler CH395 Single-Cylinder OHV Engine: Drop-in fit for all Kohler CH395 engine spec variants (CH395-0021 through CH395-0065) — matching original Kohler 17-098-04 / 17-098-12 starter specifications for reliable 12V electric starting on the Kohler CH395 208cc OHV gasoline engine in riding mowers, zero-turn mowers, and small generators
• 7 OEM Part Numbers in Hyphenated, S-Suffix Service, and Continuous Formats — Complete Kohler Catalog Coverage: Cross-references 7 Kohler OEM part numbers across standard hyphenated format (17-098-04 / 17-098-12), S-suffix service format (17-098-04S / 17-098-12S), and continuous format (1709804 / 1709804S / 1709812S) — the S-suffix format is Kohler’s standard service parts designation and the same part as the base number. Covers all Kohler dealer, OEM, and aftermarket catalog searches regardless of format used
• Kohler CH395 — Kohler’s Versatile 208cc 9.5HP Single-Cylinder OHV Engine for Residential and Commercial Outdoor Power Equipment: The Kohler CH395 is a 208cc single-cylinder OHV (overhead valve) air-cooled gasoline engine — part of Kohler’s Command PRO horizontal-shaft engine series. The CH395 is widely used as OEM equipment in riding lawn mowers, garden tractors, zero-turn mowers, and small generators by leading OEM customers including Husqvarna, John Deere, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Snapper, Simplicity, and other major outdoor power equipment brands
• 7 CH395 Spec Variants Covered — CH395-0021 Through CH395-0065: Kohler assigns unique spec numbers to each CH395 engine configuration — distinguishing variants by carburetion, ignition system, governor, and equipment-specific calibrations. This starter covers 7 CH395 spec variants (0021 / 0024 / 0025 / 0026 / 0032 / 0041 / 0065) — matching the starter fitment across the most common CH395 spec numbers found in riding mowers, zero-turn mowers, and small generators in North American service
• Kohler Power — America’s Most Trusted Small Engine Brand for Outdoor Power Equipment: Kohler Power (a division of Kohler Co., founded 1873) is one of America’s most respected and longest-established small engine manufacturers — supplying OEM engines to virtually every major outdoor power equipment brand in North America. Kohler’s Command PRO engine series (including the CH395) is the benchmark for reliability, longevity, and ease of service in commercial landscaping and residential outdoor power equipment applications
• Starter Motor Failure on Kohler CH395 — Common Seasonal Maintenance Issue on High-Hour Mowers and Generators: Starter motor failure is a common maintenance issue on high-hour Kohler CH395-powered riding mowers and zero-turn mowers — particularly after extended mowing seasons or storage periods. Symptoms typically include a grinding noise, single click with no crank, or complete failure to engage the flywheel. Replacing the Kohler starter is a straightforward DIY or workshop repair that restores reliable electric starting for the mowing season

📦 What's Included

• 1× Starter Motor 12V — New Aftermarket (Kohler 17-098-04 / 17-098-12)

🔑 Key Specs

• Kohler OEM Part Numbers: 17-098-04 / 17-098-12 (standard) — 17-098-04S / 17-098-12S (S-suffix service format) — 1709804 / 1709804S / 1709812S (continuous)
• Voltage: 12V
• Compatible Engine: Kohler CH395 — 208cc single-cylinder OHV air-cooled gasoline — 9.5HP
• Compatible Spec Numbers: CH395-0021 / 0024 / 0025 / 0026 / 0032 / 0041 / 0065
• Application: Riding lawn mower / zero-turn mower / small generator / commercial landscaping equipment
• Condition: New Aftermarket
• SKU: FN26060902

⚠️ Please verify your Kohler engine model (CH395) and spec number from the engine data plate before purchasing. The spec number is on the engine identification label (e.g. CH395-0021). Contact us if unsure — we are happy to confirm fitment for your Kohler CH395-powered mower or generator.