Mercedes W212 Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left Right N/O/S Output Shaft A2213502010

Mercedes W212 Drive Shaft Rear Axle Left Right N/O/S Output Shaft is an original component from the Drive shafts group, designed for operation in the vehicle's rear axle. Thanks to its factory-spec construction, it ensures precise torque transmission, proper interaction with the differential, and stable handling of the driven wheels. This is a solution for users who expect a proven drivetrain part that complies with the manufacturer's design.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2213502010
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2213502010
• Substitutable numbers: A2213502010, A 221 350 20 10
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Driveshafts

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented drive shaft is designed for installation in the rear axle of a Mercedes vehicle, with the possibility of use on both the left and right sides. This solution facilitates component selection during drivetrain repairs, especially when replacing a single half-shaft or a pair of components on both sides.

Its placement in the rear of the vehicle means this component is responsible for transferring drive from the differential to the wheels, influencing traction, stability during acceleration, and the overall refinement of the drivetrain.

Technical and functional characteristics

As a part from the Drive shafts group, this drive shaft operates under demanding load conditions, combining rotational movement with suspension travel. The construction of the half-shaft is adapted to the geometry of the rear suspension in a Mercedes, which allows for maintaining correct joint operating angles and reducing vibrations transmitted to the body.

Original manufacturing ensures:

• proper fitment to the wheel hub and differential,
• working length of the half-shaft consistent with the design,
• stable cooperation with factory suspension and drivetrain components.

As a result, the half-shaft can be used both for standard replacement of a worn-out part and for repairs following mechanical damage within the rear axle area.

Component condition and service application

The offered drive shaft is a used part, which allows for an economical yet technically sound repair of the drivetrain in a Mercedes. In workshop practice, such a solution is often chosen as a compromise between cost and maintaining the vehicle's factory specifications.

The rear drive shaft can be used, among other situations, when:

• there is noticeable play in the drivetrain originating from the rear axle area,
• knocking or vibrations occur during starting and acceleration,
• mechanical damage to the half-shaft or joint has occurred as a result of a collision or wear and tear.

Selecting parts according to the manufacturer's markings allows for maintaining compatibility with the factory differential and other drivetrain components.

Benefits of using an original drive shaft

Using an original half-shaft in a Mercedes translates into a number of practical service and operational benefits:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the correct geometry of the drivetrain and suspension, without the need for modifications.
• Consistency with other components – proper cooperation with the differential, hub, and rear axle suspension elements.
• Predictable vehicle behavior – stable torque transmission and reduction of unwanted vibrations.

For workshops and individual users, this means easier installation, lower risk of compatibility issues, and the ability to restore the vehicle's original driving characteristics.

Support with selection and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional half-shafts, connecting shafts, or other drivetrain sections, check the available parts in the Mercedes Drive shafts category.

For problems with the rear axle, such as noise or humming from the differential area, it is worth checking out the service guide describing the selection and advantages of original drivetrain components – you will find it in the article Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an uncertain replacement, which helps to consciously plan repairs and select the right components.