Dorman 615-149 Spindle Nut Retainer - Front or Rear

OE-Style Spindle Nut Retainer for Driveline Service

Dorman 615-149 is a steel spindle nut retainer built to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. It is engineered for reliable performance in front and rear applications across a wide range of Jeep, Nissan, Infiniti, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, and Oldsmobile models.

• Steel construction for dependable retention at the spindle nut
• Direct replacement design for specified OE applications
• Supports front and rear driveline service where the original retainer is worn or missing
• Matches original fit and function on listed vehicles
• Cross-reference part numbers include 562248 and 4026301E00

Detailed Fitment and Application

Use Dorman 615-149 when servicing spindle nut retention on vehicles such as the Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Cherokee, Nissan Maxima, Nissan 300ZX, Chevrolet Corvette, and Infiniti Q45. This OE-style retainer is designed for specified front and rear positions, helping maintain proper spindle nut security on applications that require a precise replacement part. The part number 615-149 is a practical choice for technicians and DIY repairs where the original retainer no longer holds correctly.

Compatible With broad year coverage from 1979 through 2006, this retainer supports many long-tail searches such as spindle nut retainer for 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler rear, spindle nut retainer for 1985-1999 Nissan Maxima front, and spindle nut retainer for 1984-1996 Chevrolet Corvette rear. It also applies to 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee front, 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee front, and 1990-1996 Nissan 300ZX rear.

What This Part Helps Address

• Loose or damaged spindle nut retention
• Missing or worn OE retainer hardware
• Service issues during hub, axle, or spindle maintenance
• Improper nut security after driveline repair
• Fitment problems caused by using the wrong replacement retainer

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and position before installation. Confirm the original retainer style matches the application, especially on Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Comanche front applications that specify attachment to the shaft and Type 1 configuration. Inspect the spindle nut and surrounding hardware for wear before reassembly, and install the retainer only on the listed compatible applications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this spindle nut retainer to match original part fit and function using quality steel construction for consistent service performance on specified vehicles.