Is it dangerous to keep driving with a worn bearing here?

Yes, a fully worn joint can eventually fail while driving, which is a serious safety hazard — repair promptly once clunking or vibration appears.

Is this a DIY-friendly repair?

It typically requires a hydraulic press and precise alignment, so it’s usually best left to a specialist driveline shop.

Hardened steel needle bearings in a cup, packed with grease.

Our catalog has a wide range of this part type for all popular brands and models, including VAG (VW, Audi, Škoda), Opel, Toyota, and more.

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The propshaft bearing (universal joint bearing) allows the sections of the propshaft to articulate smoothly as the drivetrain angle changes.

Our catalog has a wide range of this part type for all popular brands and models, including VAG (VW, Audi, Škoda), Opel, Toyota, and more.

Requires pressing the old bearing/joint out and the new one in with the correct tools — professional balancing is recommended after replacement.

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Constant articulation as the propshaft angle changes, combined with age and, on non-sealed designs, loss of lubrication, gradually wears the bearing.