TrakMotive FD-8183 CV Axle Shaft - Rear Left

Rear Left CV Axle Shaft for Ford and Lincoln

TrakMotive FD-8183 is a new rear left CV axle shaft for select Ford and Lincoln applications, including Taurus, MKS, Flex, MKT, Taurus X, and Sable models. Built with a neoprene boot and conventional outboard joint design, it is made for direct replacement service in rear driveline repair.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: FD-8183
• New replacement axle shaft
• Rear left position
• Neoprene boot material
• Male inboard shaft connection style
• Conventional outboard shaft connection style
• Includes axle nut with M22 x 1.5 thread size
• Overall compressed length: 33.46 in. (850 mm)
• 25 inboard splines and 38 outboard splines
• ABS tone ring not included

Product Details

TrakMotive FD-8183 is a CV axle shaft for rear left driveline service on 2009-2019 Ford Taurus, 2009-2016 Lincoln MKS, 2009-2011 Ford Flex, 2010-2011 Lincoln MKT, 2009 Ford Taurus X, and 2009 Mercury Sable applications. This axle shaft uses a male inboard connection, a conventional outboard joint, and a neoprene boot to support consistent operation in the rear suspension and driveline assembly. It is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles that match the listed spline count, compressed length, and axle nut specifications. This part cross-references Cardone New 66-2245 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring rear axle function after CV joint wear
• Replacing a damaged or torn axle boot
• Addressing clicking, vibration, or driveline noise from the rear axle area
• Correcting axle shaft play or spline mismatch during repair
• Replacing a worn rear left axle on Ford Taurus or Lincoln MKS models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify rear left fitment by year, model, and build date before ordering.
• Check axle nut thread size, hex size, and overall length against the original part.
• ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted; this axle does not include an ABS tone ring.
• Confirm spline counts and shaft connection style during installation.
• Inspect related seals, hubs, and suspension components before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive lists this axle shaft as a new part and backs it with a limited lifetime warranty. The company states ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification, supporting controlled manufacturing and quality management for driveline components.