Dorman 938-151 Drive Shaft - Front

Dorman 938-151 Front Drive Shaft for Dodge Nitro

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for front driveline replacement on the 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro. It arrives pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify service and restore proper driveline operation.

Key Features

• Direct replacement drive shaft assembly for front applications
• Pre-balanced for installation without additional balancing steps
• Steel shaft construction with a 2-inch shaft diameter
• Constant velocity (CV) joints included
• Universal joints included
• 31.212-inch drive shaft length
• 0.083-inch wall thickness
• Non-greaseable design
• Slip yoke not included
• Package contents: 1 driveshaft

Detailed Description

Dorman 938-151 is a complete front drive shaft assembly for the Dodge Nitro, engineered as a ready-to-install replacement for the original driveline component. The steel shaft uses new tubes and yokes, and the assembly includes CV joints and universal joints to address wear at the connection points that commonly affect driveline smoothness and torque transfer. This part cross-references Chrysler OE number 52853363AB for the same application.

For buyers searching for a front drive shaft for 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, this assembly provides the key dimensions and hardware configuration needed for a direct service replacement. The fixed overall length and non-adjustable design help maintain OE-style fitment, while the pre-balanced construction supports proper driveline rotation after installation. Dorman 938-151 is a practical choice when the original shaft shows vibration, joint wear, or tube damage.

What This Part Helps Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or damaged front driveshaft
• Noise from failing CV joints or universal joints
• Loss of smooth power transfer through the front driveline
• Corrosion, tube damage, or structural wear in the original shaft
• Service delays caused by rebuilding multiple worn driveline components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front-position fitment before ordering and confirm the shaft length, diameter, and joint configuration against the original part. This assembly is not adjustable and does not include a slip yoke or axle nut. Inspect mating components, seals, and mounting points during installation to help ensure a clean driveline repair on the Dodge Nitro.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies replacement driveline components built to match the application requirements of the original equipment design. Part number 938-151 is assembled with new major wear components and pre-balanced for service-ready installation.