The 1997 Buick Riviera has 12 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 6 brands, covering both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1997 Buick Riviera, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 12 listed parts are CV Axle (11 parts) and Axle Shaft Seal (1 part).
The 1997 Buick Riviera was sold with both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged. 1 part fits every engine; the other 11 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
6 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 1997 Buick Riviera, led by TRAKMOTIVE (3 parts), CARDONE (2 parts) and GSP (2 parts), plus 3 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Heavy Duty and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1997 Buick Riviera. 3 parts have it, including GSP NCV10235 (CV Axle) and TOP NOTCH TN20034 (CV Axle). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: all 1997 Riviera engines | 24202835 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Front RightTrans.Code 4T65-E-HD/MN7 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Riviera — GM GENUINE 24202835.
CV Axle
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE Fits: 3.8L V6 | 601255 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufacturedwith Standard Neoprene Outboard Boot | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE Fits: 3.8L V6 | 661255HD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Heavy Duty Thermoplastic Outboard Boot | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 3.8L V6 | NCV10235XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Xtreme Duty CV AxleFor Extreme Operating Temperatures | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 3.8L V6 | TN20034XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Xtreme Duty | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.8L V6 | GM8045HDX | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extreme Duty | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | NCV10235 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | TN20034 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | GM8045 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 3.8L V6 | GM8222 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 3.8L V6 | GM8125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.8L V6 | GM8167 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
11 CV Axle parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Riviera, from TRAKMOTIVE, CARDONE, GSP and 2 other brands. GSP NCV10235 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, CARDONE supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is CARDONE 601255.
The Heavy Duty section lists 4 options from CARDONE, GSP, TOP NOTCH and 1 other brand — rated for severe service. CARDONE 661255HD is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section lists 6 options from TRAKMOTIVE, APWI, GSP and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. GSP NCV10235 is listed in this group.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1997 Buick Riviera
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Some drivetrain parts fit every engine; others are engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Axle Shaft Seal .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1997 Buick Riviera?
Our catalog currently lists 12 drivetrain parts for the 1997 Buick Riviera across 2 subcategories and 6 brands, covering both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 1997 Buick Riviera engines?
Some do. 1 part fits every engine; the other 11 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1997 Buick Riviera?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1997 Buick Riviera was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1997 Buick Riviera?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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