Overview
The Crown Automotive 68004081AA is a Dana 30 front driver side axle shaft with 27 splines. It fits 2- and 4-door 2007–2015 Jeep Wrangler JK models, and it is the driver side shaft for the Dana 30 front axle. The position is front left.
The axle type is Dana 30 JK and the shaft location is driver side. It is a direct fit for the Wrangler JK. It is the driver side partner of the 68004080AA and suits both 2-door and 4-door JKs. The shaft is full-length for the Dana 30 front axle, so it is the part to consider when a driver side front shaft has failed. Because the two sides use separate numbers, confirm which side you need before ordering. Coverage runs through 2015 and includes the Unlimited trims. Owners who run larger tires or trail-drive often replace both front shafts together.
Key features
- Front driver side axle shaft
- Dana 30 JK front axle, 27 splines
- Suits 2 and 4-door models
- Position given as front left
- Classed by Crown Automotive as a direct fit
Choosing a replacement shaft
Front driver side shafts sit in a very exposed position on a trail-driven Wrangler. Stones, mud and water reach the joint from below, and a bent shaft or a failed joint can leave the wheel turning without drive. Replacement is a practical repair, since the shaft is a separate part from the passenger side and can be changed on its own.
Before ordering, confirm the side of the vehicle and the front axle type, since a shaft from the wrong side will not reach the hub correctly. Checking the spline count against the old shaft is a simple way to confirm the match. Replacing both shafts together is a common choice when the mileage and use are similar.
- Confirm the side before ordering
- Match the spline count to the old shaft
- Check the hub and seal for wear
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | 68004081AA |
| UPC | 848399048032 |
| Axle manufacturer | Dana |
| Shaft location | Driver Side |
| Axle position | Front |
| Axle type | Dana 30 JK |
| Position | Front Left |
| Spline count | 27 Splines |
| Body styles | 2 and 4-door models |
Vehicle fitment
Crown Automotive lists one vehicle for the 68004081AA.
- 2007–2015 Jeep Wrangler (JK) (70th Anniversary, Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Unlimited 70th Anniversary, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited X, X)
The 2007–2015 Wrangler JK is covered, Unlimited trims included. Earlier Wranglers and the JL are not, and a different front axle would need a different shaft. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
