Dorman 986-379 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-379 Drive Shaft for BMW Rear Driveline Service

Dorman 986-379 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select BMW X5 and BMW X6 applications. It arrives pre-balanced with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify driveline replacement and restore proper power transfer.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 2.5 in diameter and 0.083 in wall thickness
• Compressed length: 55.5 in
• End 1 type: Triprong; End 2 type: CV joint
• Non-greaseable design with no slip yoke

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built for rear applications on 2011-2013 BMW X5 and 2014-2018 BMW X5, as well as 2015-2018 BMW X6, with notes excluding Dynamic Suspension and Increased Towing Capability on the later X5 and X6 fitments. Part number 986-379 is a direct driveline replacement option when the original shaft is worn, noisy, or out of balance. This part cross-references BMW OE number 26107589128 for the same application.

For BMW X5 and BMW X6 owners searching for a rear drive shaft assembly, Dorman 986-379 provides the key dimensions and joint configuration needed for a proper match. The steel shaft, fixed length, and included CV and universal joints support a straightforward replacement process when the original driveline has excessive vibration or joint wear.

What This Drive Shaft Helps Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or unbalanced shaft
• Clunking or noise from failed CV joints or universal joints
• Loss of smooth power delivery to the rear wheels
• Wear-related driveline play in high-mileage BMW X5 and BMW X6 vehicles
• Replacement needs after shaft tube or yoke damage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year, model, and equipment notes before ordering. Compatible applications include Fits 2011-2013 BMW X5, rear; Fits 2014-2018 BMW X5, rear, wo/Dynamic Suspension; wo/Increased Towing Capability; and Fits 2015-2018 BMW X6, rear, wo/Dynamic Suspension; wo/Increased Towing Capability. Confirm the 55.5 in compressed length, triprong end, and CV joint end match the original shaft before installation. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and seals during replacement to help prevent repeat vibration or noise concerns.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new internal wear parts and pre-balanced construction for consistent fit and function.