Dorman 425-261 upper steering shaft for the 2011-2017 Jeep Wrangler and other vehicles carries steering wheel input from the column toward the steering gear. The steel shaft, from the OE Solutions line, directly replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle applications.
- Precision-machined for a tight, secure fit
- Tested to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
- Torsional, tensile, fatigue and other durability testing
- Salt spray testing and a coating for corrosion resistance
- Universal joint included
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 425-261 steering shaft
- Fits: 2011-2017 Jeep Wrangler and other vehicles
- Position: Upper intermediate
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A worn upper intermediate steering shaft can show up as play in the steering wheel, a clunk or rattle when turning, or a loose feel at the wheel. Several steering and suspension parts produce those symptoms, so with the engine off and cool, first look over the shaft and its universal joint for rust, cracks or visible looseness. A shop can test anything beyond that.
Fits
This is a steering shaft for the 2011-2017 Jeep Wrangler and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK, sold one per listing. Both take a single shaft.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: upper intermediate
- Length: 16.1 in
- Diameter: 0.92 in
- End 1 type: internal profile, external profile
- End 2 type: external profile
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
Build and materials
- Material: steel
- Finish: black
- Universal joint: included
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One steering shaft. Mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included, and the old bolts may not be reusable, so plan on new ones.
Interchange: 55351282AD
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this Dorman steering shaft fit the 2011-2017 Jeep Wrangler?
Yes. Dorman 425-261 is listed for the 2011-2017 Jeep Wrangler with no engine restriction.
Is the Dorman steering intermediate shaft 425-261 the upper or lower shaft?
Dorman 425-261 is the upper intermediate steering shaft. It has an internal and external profile on end 1 and an external profile on end 2.
Is the 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK covered by this steering shaft?
Yes. This steering shaft is listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK as well, and that vehicle takes one.
Does the steering shaft come with bolts or a universal joint?
The listing is one steering shaft with a universal joint included. Mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included.
Is this steering shaft tested for corrosion and fatigue?
Yes. The design is salt spray tested and coated for corrosion resistance. It is built to meet torsional, tensile, fatigue and other durability testing.
