{"product_id":"dorman-966-548-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 966-548 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE FIX Drive Shaft Service Upgrade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 966-548 drive shaft is built for a specific rear application and updates the original design with serviceable universal joints. It is a practical OE-style replacement for drivers who want easier maintenance without changing the core driveline layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design replaces permanently staked joints with serviceable U-joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 0.065 in wall thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and supplied with a grease fitting for maintenance access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke and bolt-on end configuration for direct driveline replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for the Subaru Crosstrek driveline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 966-548 is a rear drive shaft for 2018-2023 Subaru Crosstrek models. It measures 65.5 in. in overall length, uses a 24-spline inboard connection, and is phased at 90 degrees for proper driveline alignment. The steel tube construction and serviceable joint design make this part a focused replacement for worn or difficult-to-service original equipment. This part cross-references Subaru numbers 27111FL130 and 27111FL150 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman’s OE FIX line addresses common service issues by improving maintainability while keeping the replacement straightforward. For Subaru Crosstrek owners, the 966-548 provides a direct-fit driveline solution that matches the original application and supports routine service of the universal joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn or damaged rear drive shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring driveline operation after joint wear or looseness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing service difficulty caused by non-serviceable factory joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting vibration or driveline noise related to shaft wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting maintenance on a Subaru Crosstrek rear driveline assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2018-2023 Subaru Crosstrek, rear. Verify flange and spline match before installation, and confirm overall length and phased orientation against the original shaft. The bolt-on end and slip yoke configuration should be checked against the vehicle’s existing driveline hardware during replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered as service-focused replacements that address common original-equipment failure points. The 966-548 is built to standard replacement specifications for the listed application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53556052885685,"sku":"BKKY-966-548","price":701.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_966548_FRO.jpg?v=1792392164","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-966-548-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}