TrakMotive GM-8396 CV Axle Shaft - Front Right

Front Right CV Axle Shaft for Malibu and LaCrosse

TrakMotive GM-8396 is a new front right CV axle shaft built for specific Chevrolet Malibu and Buick LaCrosse applications. This AAR CV axle shaft is engineered with the correct spline counts, compressed length, and joint configuration for direct replacement service on listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: GM-8396
• Front right position
• New CV axle shaft, not remanufactured
• Overall compressed length: 22.13 in. (562 mm)
• Inboard joint type: female with spline connection
• Outboard joint type: conventional with spline connection
• Inboard splines: 27
• Outboard splines: 30
• Neoprene boot material
• Axle nut included; M20 x 1.5 thread, nylon lock
• No ABS tone ring included

Detailed Description

TrakMotive GM-8396 is a front right CV axle shaft for 2016 Chevrolet Malibu, front right; 2017-2020 Chevrolet Malibu, front right; and 2017-2019 Buick LaCrosse, front right. It is part of TrakMotive’s AAR CV Axle Shaft line, which focuses on application-specific driveline replacement parts with the correct fitment details for listed vehicles. This part cross-references 84283520 for the same application.

Built as a new assembly, GM-8396 uses a female inboard joint, a conventional outboard joint, and spline-style shaft connections to match the specified driveline setup. The neoprene boot material and included axle nut support a complete replacement approach for the front right axle position on the listed Chevrolet Malibu and Buick LaCrosse models.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Clicking or popping from a worn outer CV joint during turns
• Vibration or shudder from a damaged axle shaft
• Grease leakage from a torn or deteriorated CV boot
• Excessive play from worn spline or joint interfaces
• Noise or driveline binding at the front right axle position

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front right application before installation. Confirm spline counts, axle length, and axle nut thread size match the original part. This axle is listed for non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted, and no ABS tone ring is included. Always inspect related suspension and hub components during replacement to help ensure proper operation.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive identifies this AAR CV axle shaft as a new replacement part and states that the product line is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer also notes ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification.