Spicer 25-141671X Driveshaft Center Support Carrier Bearing (Audi Q7, Porsche Cayenne, VW Touareg)

Cure aggressive mid-cabin floorboard vibrations, stop low-frequency drivetrain humming, and avoid an expensive complete driveshaft replacement with this genuine Spicer Select Driveshaft Center Support Bearing. Engineered to meet demanding original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards set by Dana, this premium carrier bearing assembly (Part Number: 25-141671X) provides a precise direct-fit replacement for the notoriously failure-prone center support inserts on first-generation European luxury SUVs.

On multi-piece driveshaft assemblies used in high-performance, all-wheel-drive European platforms, the center support bearing anchors the middle slip-joint connection firmly to the chassis undercarriage. The bearing itself is encased in a flexible rubber molded insulation ring designed to isolate structural gear vibrations from entering the passenger cabin. Over time, continuous exposure to subframe exhaust heat, winter road salt, and harsh flexing cycles causes this factory rubber surround to dry out, rot, and tear completely away from its mounting frame. Once the rubber web collapses, the spinning steel driveshaft is left uncentered, whipping up and down against the floorboards under acceleration. This failure creates a violent thumping noise under the center console and places severe, destructive stress on the transmission output shaft and rear differential pinion seals.

Manufactured by Dana Spicer, the global leader in drivetrain technology, this replacement unit features a precision-ground, factory-sealed bearing assembly pre-packed with high-grade synthetic grease. It features a 1.181-inch (30 mm) bearing inside diameter and is housed inside a heavy-duty, advanced-elastomer isolation rubber cushion that dampens noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) much more effectively than standard aftermarket alternatives. Instead of paying thousands of dollars for an entirely new proprietary driveshaft assembly from the dealership, installing this authentic Spicer Select carrier component lets you rebuild your original shaft back to factory performance limits.

Component Highlights:

• Cures Center Console Shudder: Replaces the sagging or completely torn factory rubber carrier ring to immediately stabilize the driveshaft and eliminate cabin-floor cabin vibrations.

• Premium Noise Isolation: Outfitted with an advanced-elastomer rubber compound formulation engineered to absorb high-speed drivetrain harmonics and reduce driver fatigue.

• Maintenance-Free Longevity: Features a fully sealed bearing core with double-lip protective shields to completely lock out road moisture, dirt, and winter brine.

• Cost-Effective OE Reconstruction: Eliminates the need to buy an entire complete rear driveshaft kit by letting mechanics easily press out the failed factory piece and press-fit this exact replacement.

Vehicle & Axle Fitment Specifications:

• Driveline Series Architecture: Tailored exclusively for premium European sport-utility multi-piece longitudinal driveshafts.

• Bearing Inside Diameter (ID): 1.181 inches (30.0 mm).

• Centerline to Mounting Face (Height): 2.50 inches.

• Audi Fitment: 2007, 2008, and 2009 Audi Q7 luxury 4x4 models.

• Porsche Fitment: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, and 2010 Porsche Cayenne models.

• Volkswagen Fitment: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 Volkswagen Touareg base and TDI models.

• Interchange References: Cross-references directly with industry standards including Dorman 934-703, Beck Arnley 1017362, and QA1 6096.