TrakMotive KA-8077 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

Front Left CV Axle Shaft for Kia Sportage

TrakMotive KA-8077 is a new CV axle shaft for the front left position on 2011-2013 Kia Sportage models. Built for direct replacement service, this axle is specified with a 26.61 in. compressed length, 27 inboard splines, and 27 outboard splines for the listed application.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: KA-8077
• Fits 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, front left
• New axle shaft assembly
• Neoprene boot material
• Male inboard shaft connection style
• Conventional outboard joint type and shaft connection style
• ABS tone ring included with 48-tooth toothed ring
• Axle nut included with M22 x 1.5 thread, 32 mm hex size, and cotter pin locking type
• Overall compressed length: 26.61 in. (676 mm)

Detailed Description

TrakMotive KA-8077 is a CV axle shaft engineered for the front left side of the Kia Sportage from 2011 through 2013. It includes a toothed ABS ring with 48 teeth and an ABS tone ring, along with a supplied axle nut for the specified fitment. The axle uses a neoprene boot and a male inboard connection, with 27 splines at both the inboard and outboard ends. TrakMotive identifies this part as a new component and backs it with ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified manufacturing processes.

TrakMotive’s CV Axle Shaft line focuses on replacement driveline components built for direct-fit service in passenger vehicle applications. KA-8077 follows that product line approach with application-specific dimensions and hardware details for the listed Kia Sportage front left position.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Clicking or popping during turns from a worn front axle
• Vibration under acceleration caused by driveline wear
• Torn or leaking CV boot on the front left axle
• ABS warning concerns related to a damaged tone ring
• Excessive play or noise from the axle shaft assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the front left position, spline count, axle nut thread size, and ABS ring details before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a 2011-2013 Kia Sportage and compare the removed axle to KA-8077 for length, connection style, and sensor ring configuration. Follow factory torque specifications and replace any worn related components during service as needed.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive states that this CV axle shaft is produced by an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company. Manufacturer coverage includes a limited lifetime warranty.