Dorman 986-264 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-264 Rear Driveshaft for BMW xDrive

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is a direct replacement for the rear driveline on select BMW 328i xDrive models. It arrives pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a steel shaft for a straightforward driveline repair.

Key Features

• Fits 2013-2015 BMW 328i xDrive, rear
• Pre-balanced complete drive shaft assembly
• Steel shaft construction with 2.5 in diameter
• 47.87 in compressed drive shaft length
• Triprong end 1 and triprong end 2 configuration
• Universal joints included; CV joints not included
• 100% new yokes, tubes, and joints
• Dorman part number 986-264

Detailed Description

Dorman 986-264 is built as a complete rear driveshaft assembly for 2013-2015 BMW 328i xDrive applications. The assembly uses a steel shaft with a 0.083 in wall thickness and a 2.5 in shaft diameter, and it is supplied pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional driveline setup before installation. The triprong ends, fixed overall length, and non-greaseable design match the needs of a direct replacement driveline service. This part cross-references BMW 26107600185 for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Driveline vibration at speed
• Clunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration
• Excess play from worn universal joints
• Damage to the original rear driveshaft assembly
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear driveline

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before ordering: Fits 2013-2015 BMW 328i xDrive, rear. Confirm the compressed length of 47.87 in, triprong end configuration, and shaft dimensions against the original part before installation. Because this assembly is not adjustable and does not include a slip yoke, proper vehicle-specific alignment and driveline inspection are important during replacement. Dorman 986-264 is intended for direct replacement service on the listed BMW 328i xDrive applications.

Quality Assurance

This Dorman driveshaft assembly is supplied as a complete replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a pre-balanced build for consistent fitment and driveline service on the specified BMW applications.