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TrakMotive AD-8172 CV Axle Shaft - Rear, Rear Left or Rear Right
| Brand | TrakMotive AD-8172 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Right, Rear Left, and Rear |
| Abs Tone Ring Included | No |
| Axle Nut Included | No |
| Boot Material | Neoprene |
| Inboard Joint Type | Bolt-on |
| Inboard Shaft Connection Style | Bolt-on |
| New Or Remanufactured | New |
| Number Of Outboard Splines | 42 |
| Outboard Joint Type | Audi style spline bolt |
| Outboard Shaft Connection Style | Spline |
| Overall Compressed Length (in) | 24.76 |
| Overall Compressed Length (mm) | 629 |
| Product line | CV Axle Shaft |
| Fits | Audi · 33 vehicles |
New replacement part. Built as a CV axle shaft for straightforward service.
Neoprene boot material. Helps resist wear while keeping the joint protected.
Bolt-on connection style. Simplifies installation with a secure fit.
Cross-references TrakMotive AD-8172 and 8K0501203M for the same application. See all 2.
TrakMotive AD-8172 Rear CV Axle Shaft
TrakMotive AD-8172 is a new CV axle shaft for rear applications on select Audi models. It is built with a neoprene boot, a bolt-on inboard joint, and an Audi-style spline bolt outboard joint for direct driveline service on the listed vehicles.
Key Features
- New CV axle shaft for rear driveline replacement
- Neoprene boot material for flexible joint protection
- Bolt-on inboard joint and bolt-on inboard shaft connection style
- Audi-style spline bolt outboard joint with spline shaft connection
- 42 outboard splines
- Overall compressed length: 24.76 in. (629 mm)
- No ABS tone ring included
- No axle nut included
Product Details
This TrakMotive CV axle shaft is part of the CV Axle Shaft line and is engineered for rear axle service on Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A5, Audi A5 Quattro, and Audi allroad applications listed below. The AD-8172 is a direct replacement style axle for vehicles that use the specified rear configuration, including rear right and rear left positions where noted. This part cross-references OE number 8K0501203M for the same application.
What This Part Helps Address
- Clicking or popping from a worn rear CV joint
- Vibration during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
- Torn or deteriorated axle boot on the rear driveline
- Grease leakage from a failed CV joint seal
- Driveline noise caused by spline or joint wear
Installation Notes and Tips
- Verify rear position and side before ordering: rear, rear right, or rear left, depending on the vehicle listing.
- Confirm spline count, compressed length, and joint style against the original axle before installation.
- Inspect mating hubs, seals, and fasteners for wear before installing the new axle shaft.
- Because the axle nut is not included, reuse or source the correct hardware separately if required by the vehicle.
- ABS tone ring is not included; confirm the vehicle’s original ABS configuration before service.
Quality Assurance
TrakMotive manufactures this axle shaft as a new replacement part and identifies the line under ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified quality systems. The AD-8172 also carries a limited lifetime warranty from the manufacturer.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2013-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, rear.
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi A4, rear right.
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi A4, rear left.
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi A4 Quattro, rear.
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi A5, rear right.
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi A5, rear left.
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi allroad, rear right.
- Fits 2013-2016 Audi allroad, rear left.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Audi | A5 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Audi | A4 | 1.8L | L4 | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Audi | A4 | 1.8L | L4 | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Audi | A4 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Audi | A5 | 2.0L | L4 | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Audi | A5 | 2.0L | L4 | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Audi | A5 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Audi | allroad | — | — | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Audi | allroad | — | — | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | A4 | 1.8L | L4 | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | A4 | 1.8L | L4 | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | A4 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | A5 | 2.0L | L4 | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | A5 | 2.0L | L4 | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | A5 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | allroad | — | — | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Audi | allroad | — | — | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Audi | A4 | 1.8L | L4 | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Audi | A4 | 1.8L | L4 | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Audi | A4 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Audi | A5 | 2.0L | L4 | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Audi | A5 | 2.0L | L4 | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Audi | A5 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Audi | allroad | — | — | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Audi | allroad | — | — | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2013 | Audi | A4 | 1.8L | L4 | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2013 | Audi | A4 | 1.8L | L4 | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2013 | Audi | A4 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2013 | Audi | A5 | 2.0L | L4 | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2013 | Audi | A5 | 2.0L | L4 | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2013 | Audi | A5 Quattro | — | — | Rear | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2013 | Audi | allroad | — | — | Rear Right | CV Axle Shaft |
| 2013 | Audi | allroad | — | — | Rear Left | CV Axle Shaft |
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