Volvo Steering Shaft Seal Lower (S80) - Genuine Volvo 31340014

Product Information

A steering shaft is a crucial part of the steering system that connects the steering wheel to the steering gearbox or rack-and-pinion assembly. It transfers the driver’s input into mechanical movement, allowing the front wheels to turn accurately. Many steering shafts include universal joints or couplings to accommodate movement and alignment between components. A worn or failing steering shaft can compromise handling and safety if not addressed promptly.

• Clunking or knocking noises when turning the steering wheel.
• Excessive play or looseness in the steering, reducing precision.
• Difficulty steering or stiffness, often due to worn universal joints or binding in the shaft.

About Genuine Volvo

The original parts used by Volvo to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine Volvo” brand. Manufactured under the direction of Volvo, expect excellent quality and a premium price since these parts are exclusively available through the Volvo Dealership network.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your Volvo are not necessarily manufactured by Volvo. No cause for concern, as Volvo designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for Volvo for decades. In our industry these manufacturers are called OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and these are often brands you recognize, including Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Zimmermann, Siemens VDO, Corteco, and more. Don’t be surprised to open that Genuine Volvo parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a Volvo logo.

Be sure to keep an eye out for OE tags on our product pages to quickly identify parts coming direct from OE manufacturers. That extra bit of insight could save you some serious money while shopping! Refer to our OE Academy for further information regarding the OE/OEM tags throughout the site.