Dorman 986-211 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-211 Rear Drive Shaft

Restore driveline function with this Dorman drive shaft assembly for rear applications. Part number 986-211 is a complete, pre-balanced replacement built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct service solution on select Nissan models.

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 2.5 in diameter
• Flange-to-flange design
• Overall length adjustable for application-specific fitment
• Non-greaseable design

Detailed Product Overview

Dorman 986-211 is a rear drive shaft assembly engineered for 2017-2019 Nissan Qashqai and 2017-2019 Nissan Rogue Sport rear applications. It measures 85.625 in in drive shaft length, with an 84.125 in compressed length, 0.065 in wall thickness, and steel shaft material for a service-ready replacement. The flange end configuration and included CV and universal joints support a straightforward driveline repair where the original shaft has worn, vibrated, or failed. This part number 986-211 is also referenced by OE number 370006MA0A for the same application.

What This Drive Shaft Helps Fix

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or knocking from failed CV joints or universal joints
• Noise during acceleration or deceleration from driveline wear
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear wheels
• Service issues caused by damaged yokes or shaft tubing

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment before ordering: Fits 2017-2019 Nissan Qashqai, rear. Fits 2017-2019 Nissan Rogue Sport, rear. Confirm flange-style connections, overall length, and driveline configuration against the original shaft before installation. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or joints during service so the balance specification is preserved.

Quality Assurance

This Dorman replacement is built as a complete assembly with new major wear components and is prepared for direct driveline service. It is supplied as a regular-grade replacement part for the listed Nissan applications.