National 711065 Drive Axle Shaft Seal - Rear or Rear Left

Drive Axle Shaft Seal for Rear Applications

National 711065 is a metric drive axle shaft seal built for rear driveline service on select Dodge, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Chrysler applications. It uses a fluoro-elastomer sealing material and a bi-directional lip design to help maintain a consistent seal at the axle shaft interface.

With confirmed fitment for vehicles such as the 2009-2017 Dodge Journey rear left and multiple rear Corvette and XLR applications, this seal is a direct replacement choice for driveline sealing service. The National 711065 part number is also referenced by OE and aftermarket cross numbers for the same application.

Key Features

• Drive axle shaft seal / oil seal for rear driveline service
• Fluoro-elastomer construction for sealing performance in demanding conditions
• Bi-directional lip design
• Metric dimensions for precise housing and shaft fit
• Outside diameter: 64.3 mm; housing bore: 64.1 mm
• Shaft size: 40.0 mm; overall width with side lip: 13.5 mm
• National 711065 / Series 711000

Detailed Description

National 711065 is engineered as a rear drive axle shaft seal for vehicles using the specified differential or transmission configurations. The seal’s fluoro-elastomer material is selected for sealing durability, while the bi-directional lip design helps maintain contact around the shaft during operation. This makes it a practical replacement for rear axle and driveline sealing service on applications including Chevrolet Corvette, Cadillac XLR, Dodge Journey, Chrysler Sebring, and Dodge Avenger.

This part cross-references Carlson 15547 for the same application. National’s sealing product line has a long history in the aftermarket and is built around updated sealing solutions for modern vehicle platforms.

Common Problems This Seal Can Address

• Rear axle oil seepage at the shaft seal
• Fluid leakage around the differential or transmission output area
• Contamination entering the axle shaft sealing surface
• Seal wear from age, heat, and driveline movement
• Service replacement during differential or transmission repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter, housing bore, and seal width before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s rear differential or transmission configuration, since fitment varies by ring gear size and Getrag unit. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the shaft for grooves or damage before pressing in the new seal. For fitment, this part fits 2009-2017 Dodge Journey, rear left; 2000-2011 Chevrolet Corvette, rear; 2006-2011 Chevrolet Corvette, rear; 2006-2009 Cadillac XLR, rear; 2008 Chrysler Sebring, rear left; 2008 Dodge Avenger, rear left; and 2004-2005 Cadillac XLR, rear.

Quality Assurance

National is a recognized sealing brand with more than 75 years of experience in sealing solutions. Part number 711065 is built to meet the dimensional and material requirements of the listed applications, supporting accurate replacement service for rear driveline sealing.