Cardone 66-1590 CV Axle Assembly - Front Left

Front Left CV Axle for Encore and Trax

Restore smooth power transfer with this Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-1590. It is built for front left applications on the Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax, with engineering focused on OE-level fit, straightness, and vibration control.

Cardone CV axle assemblies are developed from testing and failure analysis of original units, with attention to boot durability, seal integrity, and shaft runout. For drivers searching for a front left CV axle for 2015-2020 Chevrolet Trax or 2013-2020 Buick Encore, 66-1590 is a direct replacement option.

Key Features

• Cardone CV Axle Assembly, part number 66-1590
• Fits 2020 Buick Encore, front left
• Fits 2015-2020 Chevrolet Trax, front left
• Fits 2013-2019 Buick Encore, front left
• New axle retaining nut included for installation convenience
• Neoprene boot design with added bellows where needed to reduce stress and cracking
• Boot clamps are pneumatically crimped for a secure seal
• High-temperature, high-torque grease helps support long service life
• Shafts are individually verified for straightness to reduce vibration
• Spindle nut included; ABS ring not included

Product Details

This Cardone CV axle assembly is engineered for the front left side of the Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax. The design focuses on common CV failure points, including boot cracking, grease loss, contamination, and shaft vibration. Precision-machined seal surfaces and verified shaft straightness help support consistent operation in daily driving conditions. Part number 66-1590 is a practical replacement for front left axle service on these compact crossover applications.

This part cross-references Buick and Chevrolet OE numbers 94522011 and 94531933 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or snapping during turns from a worn outer CV joint
• Grease on the chassis or suspension from a ruptured axle boot
• Vibration during acceleration caused by axle runout or imbalance
• Thumping or driveline shake from a failing CV joint
• ABS warning light issues after axle replacement when sensor components are damaged

Installation Notes

• Do not let the axle hang unsupported during service.
• Use a torque wrench on the retaining nut and tighten to manufacturer specifications.
• Do not reuse a prevailing-torque lock nut; install a new nut.
• Replace transaxle seals when servicing CV axle assemblies to help prevent leaks.
• Inspect ABS sensor wiring and related components before and after installation.

Quality Assurance

Cardone builds this CV axle assembly using engineering methods developed from CV driveline testing and failure analysis. Shafts are checked for straightness, and the boot and seal details are designed to support reliable operation in front left Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax applications. Part number 66-1590 is supplied as a new replacement assembly.