TrakMotive NI-8203 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left or Front Right

CV Axle Shaft for Nissan and Infiniti Front Applications

TrakMotive NI-8203 is a new CV axle shaft for front left and front right applications on select Nissan and INFINITI vehicles. It is built with a neoprene boot, a flange-style inboard connection, and a conventional outboard joint for direct driveline service on the Armada, TITAN, QX56, and Pathfinder Armada.

Key Features

• Brand: TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft
• Part number: NI-8203
• New axle shaft with flange inboard joint and spline outboard connection
• Neoprene boot material for driveline protection
• Axle nut included with hex head, cotter pin locking type, and M24 x 1.5 thread
• 31.8 mm axle nut hex size and 22 mm axle nut height
• 29 outboard splines
• Overall compressed length: 22.76 in. (578 mm)
• No ABS tone ring included

Product Details

This TrakMotive CV axle shaft is engineered for front axle service on 2004-2015 Nissan TITAN, 2005-2015 Nissan Armada, 2004-2010 INFINITI QX56, and 2004 Nissan Pathfinder Armada. The NI-8203 uses a flange-style inboard shaft connection and a conventional outboard joint, making it a direct replacement option for front right or front left driveline repair work. TrakMotive identifies this part as a new unit, and the company notes ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certification for its manufacturing process.

This part cross-references Cardone New 66-6238 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Clicking or popping during turns caused by worn CV joints
• Vibration from a damaged or bent front axle shaft
• Torn or deteriorated axle boot that allows grease loss and contamination
• Clunking or looseness from worn driveline components
• Front axle service needs on Nissan Armada, Nissan TITAN, and INFINITI QX56 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front left or front right placement before installation. Confirm axle nut thread size, hex size, and overall compressed length against the original shaft to ensure proper fitment. Inspect the hub, seals, and surrounding suspension components during replacement, and follow the vehicle service manual for torque specifications and cotter pin installation.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive backs this CV axle shaft with a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer also states that ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted, and that its products are produced under ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified quality systems.