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CV Half Shaft

Critical For Operation

Drivetrain

Transfers power from the transmission to the wheels, allowing them to turn.

The CV half shaft is a critical drivetrain component that transfers power from the transmission or differential to the wheels, enabling them to turn during driving.

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Typical part cost
$150–$400🔒
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Typical labor cost
$200–$500🔒
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Typically lasts
80,000–150,000 mi
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Or about
5.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
6/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the CV Half Shaft is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Clicking noise during turns
Excessive vibration
Poor acceleration
Loss of power to wheels
CV joint failure
Drivetrain noise

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace CV Half Shaft(s)

No standard interval on file

Inspect CV Half Shaft(s)

No standard interval on file