Dorman 936-072 Drive Shaft - Rear

Brand Dorman 936-072
Position Rear
Drive Shaft Length (In) 42 in
Drive Shaft Wall Thickness (In) 0.083 in
Grade Type Regular
Greaseable Drive Shaft Yes
Overall Length Adjustable Yes
Package Contents 1 Rear Driveshaft
Shaft Diameter 3
Shaft Material Steel
Fits Jeep · 7 vehicles

OE FIX design. Makes the universal joints serviceable for simpler maintenance.

Steel construction. Built with a 3-inch shaft diameter and 0.083-inch wall thickness.

Greaseable design. Helps simplify routine maintenance and servicing.

Cross-references 52853003AB for the same application. See all 1.

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Rear Drive Shaft for Jeep Grand Cherokee

This Dorman rear drive shaft is built for 2006-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee models with rear fitment. It addresses serviceability concerns found in original shafts that use permanently staked universal joints, giving technicians a more maintainable OE-style replacement.

  • Brand: Dorman
  • Part number: 936-072
  • Fits 2006-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, rear
  • Steel shaft construction
  • 3 in shaft diameter
  • 42 in drive shaft length
  • 0.083 in wall thickness
  • Greaseable drive shaft design
  • Overall length adjustable
  • Cross-reference: 52853003AB

Serviceable OE-Style Replacement

Dorman 936-072 is a rear drive shaft for Jeep Grand Cherokee applications where the factory shaft uses non-serviceable, staked universal joints. By making the U-joints serviceable, this rear driveshaft supports simpler maintenance and easier long-term upkeep. The steel construction, greaseable design, and adjustable overall length make it a practical replacement for 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee rear driveline service.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

  • Worn or noisy rear driveline components
  • Difficulty servicing factory staked universal joints
  • Vibration caused by a damaged or out-of-balance driveshaft
  • Excess play from worn U-joints in the rear shaft assembly
  • Need for a direct rear driveshaft replacement on Jeep Grand Cherokee models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year and application before installation. Confirm driveshaft length, shaft diameter, and overall length adjustment against the original unit, and inspect related driveline components such as U-joints, mounts, and differential connections during service. This part is listed for rear position only on 2006-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee models.

Quality Assurance

Dorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address common service limitations in original equipment designs. Part number 936-072 follows that approach by replacing a non-serviceable rear shaft design with a serviceable driveline component for the specified Jeep Grand Cherokee applications.

This part fits 7 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypeTransmissionLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2010JeepGrand CherokeeAWDAutomatic6.1LV8Rear—
2009JeepGrand CherokeeAWDAutomatic6.1LV8Rear—
2009JeepGrand CherokeeAWDAutomatic3.0LV6Rear—
2008JeepGrand CherokeeAWDAutomatic6.1LV8Rear—
2008JeepGrand CherokeeAWDAutomatic3.0LV6Rear—
2007JeepGrand CherokeeAWDAutomatic3.0LV6Rear—
2006JeepGrand CherokeeAWDAutomatic6.1LV8Rear—
Directly replaces or cross-references 1 part number
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
52853003AB