If your starter fails be sure to replace your old starter with this model. It makes the motor start better than ever. It turns the engine over faster. I replaced the starter on my daughters toro motor because the nut came off the top of the starter gear. This is the updated third generation starter and should last a lot longer because the nut is welded on the end of starter shaft.
This was so easy compared to trying to use CubCadet. Their process is ridiculous. I am happy I was able to find exactly what I needed on Ebay with no hassle at all.