Intermittent failure to start

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Old Dec 15, 2016 | 12:45 PM
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Question Intermittent failure to start

I've been having some issues with my '05 TL not reliably starting for a while now and wanted to see if anybody else has experienced this problem. I have recently replaced the starter, battery, and neutral safety switch. About 1 out of 3 times when I try to start the car, I'll hear the click and the engine will move a little from the starter engaging but the engine doesn't start. It will usually start on the next try. Does anyone have any ideas what could be causing this?
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Old Dec 15, 2016 | 01:12 PM
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Check the grounds, could be loose or just needs to be cleaned.
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Old Dec 15, 2016 | 02:06 PM
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Also check the battery cables to make sure there is no corrosion and they are solid.
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Old Dec 15, 2016 | 07:59 PM
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Ignition switch? search for posts on this subject
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Old Dec 15, 2016 | 08:05 PM
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What make of starter?
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