TrakMotive GM-8381 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

Front Left CV Axle Shaft for Cruze

The TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft GM-8381 is a new front left axle assembly for select Chevrolet Cruze applications. It is built with a neoprene boot, a male inboard connection, and a conventional outboard joint for direct driveline service on covered vehicles.

Compatible with 2016 Chevrolet Cruze front left New Style; VIN B (4th Digit), and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Cruze front left. The GM-8381 is a fitment-specific replacement for Cruze owners searching for a front left CV axle shaft by year, position, and configuration.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: GM-8381
• New CV axle shaft for front left applications
• Neoprene boot material
• Male inboard shaft connection with 22 inboard splines
• Conventional outboard joint with spline connection and 33 outboard splines
• Axle nut included; self-lock design, M22 x 1.5 thread
• 32 mm axle nut hex size
• Overall compressed length: 25.71 in. (653 mm)
• No ABS tone ring included

Product Details

TrakMotive positions the AAR CV Axle Shaft line as a direct replacement driveline solution for service work where OE-style fit and dimensional accuracy matter. GM-8381 is engineered for the front left side of select Chevrolet Cruze models and uses the listed spline counts, joint styles, and compressed length to match the specified application. The part number GM-8381 is also useful when cross-checking catalog listings for Cruze front axle replacement needs.

This part cross-references TrakMotive GM-8381 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping during turns from a worn front left CV axle
• Vibration under acceleration caused by axle wear or imbalance
• Grease leakage from a damaged axle boot
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn CV joints
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the front wheel

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify year, engine configuration, and VIN details before ordering, especially for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze New Style; VIN B (4th Digit) application. Confirm the axle nut thread size, hex size, spline counts, and overall compressed length against the original part before installation. ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted, and this axle does not include an ABS tone ring.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive states that this AAR CV Axle Shaft is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer also identifies the company as ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified.