TrakMotive AD-8196 CV Axle Shaft - Rear Left

Brand	TrakMotive AD-8196
Position	Rear Left
ABS Ring Tooth Count	0
ABS Tone Ring Included	No
Axle Bolt Hex Size (mm)	17
Axle Bolt Length (mm)	85
Axle Bolt Thread Size	M16x1.5
Axle Nut Included	No
Grade Type	Premium
Inboard Joint Boot Material	Neoprene
Inboard Joint Type	Bolt-on
Inboard Shaft Connection Style	Bolt-on
Number Of Bolt Holes	1
Number Of Inboard Joint Bolt Holes	6
Number Of Inboard Shaft Bolts	0
Number Of Inboard Splines	0
Number Of Outboard Joint Bolt Holes	1
Number Of Outboard Shaft Bolts	1
Number Of Outboard Splines	42
Outboard Joint Boot Material	Neoprene
Outboard Joint Type	Audi style spline bolt
Outboard Shaft Connection Style	Spline
Overall Compressed Length (in)	24.41
Overall Compressed Length (mm)	620
Overall Extended Length (in)	27.48
Overall Extended Length (mm)	698
Product line	CV Axle Shaft
Fits	Audi · 41 vehicles

Bolt-on design. Simplifies installation with a direct-fit CV axle shaft.

Neoprene boots. Help protect the joints from wear and contamination.

Premium grade. Built to meet ISO 9001:2008 and TS 16949:2009 standards.

Cross-references TrakMotive AD-8196, 8R0501203D and NCV23020 for the same application. See all 4.

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Rear Left CV Axle Shaft for Audi Quattro

TrakMotive AD-8196 is a rear left CV axle shaft for select Audi Quattro applications, including A6 Quattro, A7 Quattro, A8 Quattro, RS7, S6, S7, and S8 models. Built as an OEM-style axle to help retain original ride quality, it uses a bolt-on inboard joint and a spline-style outboard connection for the specified fitments.

Key Features

Part number: AD-8196
Rear left CV axle shaft for select Audi Quattro vehicles
OEM-style axle design for original ride quality
Premium grade construction
Neoprene boot material on both inboard and outboard joints
Inboard joint type: bolt-on
Outboard joint type: Audi-style spline bolt
42 outboard splines
ABS tone ring not included; ABS ring tooth count: 0
Overall compressed length: 620 mm (24.41 in)
Overall extended length: 698 mm (27.48 in)

Product Details

TrakMotive AD-8196 is engineered for rear left driveline service on Audi Quattro platforms where an OEM-style axle is required. The bolt-on inboard joint, spline outboard shaft connection, and Audi-style spline bolt outboard joint support the specified rear suspension and driveline layout. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Compatible With 2012-2018 Audi A6 Quattro, rear left; 2012-2018 Audi A7 Quattro, rear left; 2011-2014 Audi A8 Quattro, rear left; 2015-2017 Audi A8 Quattro, rear left; 2014-2017 Audi RS7, rear left; 2013-2017 Audi S6, rear left; 2013-2017 Audi S7, rear left; and 2013-2017 Audi S8, rear left. Search terms such as Audi A6 Quattro rear left CV axle shaft, Audi S6 rear left axle replacement, and AD-8196 CV axle shaft apply to this part.

What It Can Help Resolve

Clicking or popping from a worn CV joint during acceleration or turning
Vibration or shudder from a damaged axle shaft
Boot failure that has allowed grease loss and joint wear
Driveline noise from excessive axle play
Rear left axle replacement needs on select Audi Quattro models

Installation Notes

Verify axle bolt hex size, thread size, spline count, and overall length before installation. This application uses a 17 mm axle bolt hex size, M16x1.5 axle bolt thread, and 42 outboard splines. ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted, and this listing does not include an ABS tone ring. Confirm the vehicle’s rear left configuration and option code where applicable, especially on 2015-2017 Audi A8 Quattro, RS7, S6, S7, and S8 models with Opt GH2.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive lists AD-8196 with a Limited Lifetime Warranty and states that its manufacturing is backed by ISO 9001:2008 and TS 16949:2009 certified processes.

This part fits 41 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Drive Type	Liters	Cylinders	Position	Notes
2018	Audi	A6 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2018	Audi	A7 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2018	Audi	A8 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2017	Audi	A6 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2017	Audi	A7 Quattro	—	3.0L	V6	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2017	Audi	A8 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2017	Audi	RS7	AWD	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2017	Audi	S6	—	—	—	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2017	Audi	S7	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2017	Audi	S8	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2016	Audi	A6 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2016	Audi	A7 Quattro	—	3.0L	V6	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2016	Audi	A8 Quattro	—	6.3L	W12	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2016	Audi	RS7	AWD	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2016	Audi	S6	—	—	—	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2016	Audi	S7	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2016	Audi	S8	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2015	Audi	A6 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2015	Audi	A7 Quattro	—	3.0L	V6	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2015	Audi	A8 Quattro	—	6.3L	W12	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2015	Audi	RS7	AWD	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2015	Audi	S6	—	—	—	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2015	Audi	S7	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2015	Audi	S8	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2014	Audi	A6 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2014	Audi	A7 Quattro	—	3.0L	V6	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2014	Audi	A8 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2014	Audi	RS7	AWD	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2014	Audi	S6	—	—	—	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2014	Audi	S7	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2014	Audi	S8	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2013	Audi	A6 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2013	Audi	A7 Quattro	—	3.0L	V6	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2013	Audi	A8 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2013	Audi	S6	—	—	—	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2013	Audi	S7	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2013	Audi	S8	—	4.0L	V8	Rear Left	Opt GH2; CV Axle Shaft
2012	Audi	A6 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2012	Audi	A7 Quattro	—	3.0L	V6	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2012	Audi	A8 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
2011	Audi	A8 Quattro	—	—	—	Rear Left	OEM Style Axle to Retain Original Ride Quality; CV Axle Shaft
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Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

TrakMotive — AD-81968R0501203DNCV23020PR23020