TrakMotive HY-8237 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

CV Axle Shaft for Hyundai and Kia Front Left

TrakMotive HY-8237 is a new CV axle shaft for front left applications on select Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento models. It is built with a neoprene boot, a toothed ABS tone ring, and the correct spline and axle nut specifications for the listed fitments.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: HY-8237
• Fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, front left
• Fits 2011-2012 Kia Sorento, front left
• New axle shaft with male inboard shaft connection
• Conventional outboard joint type and conventional outboard shaft connection
• Neoprene boot material for driveline protection
• ABS tone ring included with 52 teeth and toothed ring design
• Axle nut included; M22 x 1.5 thread, 32 mm hex size, cotter pin locking type
• Overall compressed length: 26.26 in. (667 mm)

Detailed Description

TrakMotive HY-8237 is a front left CV axle shaft engineered for the Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento applications listed above. This axle uses a 28-spline inboard connection and a 30-spline outboard connection, along with a conventional outboard joint layout for direct driveline replacement in the specified vehicles. The included ABS tone ring and 52-tooth toothed ring support vehicles equipped with ABS, while TrakMotive notes that ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted.

TrakMotive’s CV Axle Shaft line focuses on replacement driveline components built to match application-specific dimensions and connection styles. HY-8237 follows that approach with the correct compressed length, spline count, and axle nut specifications for the listed Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento front left positions. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping from a worn CV joint during turns
• Vibration caused by a damaged or bent axle shaft
• Boot failure that leads to grease loss and joint wear
• ABS warning concerns related to a damaged tone ring
• Driveline noise from excessive spline or joint wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the front left position, spline count, compressed length, and axle nut thread size before installation. Inspect the hub, seals, and mating components for wear or damage, and confirm ABS sensor and tone ring alignment during assembly. Use the specified axle nut style and locking method for the vehicle application.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive lists this axle shaft as a new component from an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company. The part is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.