2021 Buick Encore Drivetrain Parts

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106 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 2021 Buick Encore, in 47 part types, covering all 3 engine options (1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged and 1.4L L4 Turbocharged). Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.

On the 2021 Buick Encore, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Most of the listed parts are CV Axle (30 parts), Axle Shaft Seal (7 parts) and CV Joint Boot Band (6 parts). The other 44 part types cover the remaining 63 parts.

AWD Coupling Oil Pump

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 42769821
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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This table covers the AWD Coupling Oil pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit.

Axle / Differential Assembly

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42729885
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42729885
RearAWDwith RPO Code ACMJ, ADPX
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 42655155
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearFWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42655155
RearFWDwith RPO Code ACGT
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 42769813
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 42655156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42655156
RearAWDwith RPO Code ACXF
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Axle Bolt

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 11589351
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearSingle Use
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 11589351
RearSingle UseM14X2X41.58,25.35 Thread30.5 OD
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 11588737
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 11588737
RearAWDM10X1.5X25
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Axle Intermediate Shaft Bearing

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 55579957
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
FrontAWD
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This table covers the Axle Intermediate Shaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.

Axle Intermediate Shaft Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 55579965
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
FrontAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 55579965
FrontAWDCASE SIDE
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This table covers the seals at the Axle Intermediate Shaft. 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.

Axle Shaft

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 22952049
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearAWD
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This table covers the Axle shafts.

Axle Shaft Housing / Tube

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 55579960
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWDHOUSING BEARING
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This table covers the Axle Shaft Housing tubes.

Axle Shaft Lock / Snap Ring

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 90121202
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front InnerFWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 90121202
Front InnerFWDSnap Ring Circlip28mm Spline Diameter27.3MM OD, 2MM THK
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 22674166
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front InnerFWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 22674166
Front InnerFWDOD IS 31.0MM ROUND RING DESIGN
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Axle Shaft Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 291363
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
GM Original Equipment
Fitment notes — ACDELCO 291363
GM Original Equipment
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 23276834
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 23276834
RearAWDUNITIZED SEAL
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 291342
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 291342
RearAWDNON-CLUTCH SIDE55mm Diameter
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 23124159
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Right OuterAWD
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 291337
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearAWD
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SKF Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 13544A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear Right
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TIMKEN Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged SL260343
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear
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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.

CV Axle

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Popular Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 60008698
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Universal Joints Included: No
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 60008698
Universal Joints Included: No
Front LeftFWDAutomatic CVT transmission
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TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged TN20373
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front RightAutomatic CVT trans.
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TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged TN20376
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front LeftAutomatic trans.
Fitment notes — TOP NOTCH TN20376
Front LeftAutomatic trans.with Non CVT Auto Transmission
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TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged TN20073
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightFWD
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TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged TN20074
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front Left
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TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged TN20065
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightAWD
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GKN Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 306149
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightFWD
Fitment notes — GKN 306149
Front RightFWDBody code JU76Length 584 mm
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 60008700
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Axle Nut Included: YES
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 60008700
Axle Nut Included: YES
Front LeftAWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 60008701
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Axle Nut Included: YES
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 60008701
Axle Nut Included: YES
Front RightAWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 42758448
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42758448
Front RightAWDwith RPO Code ABHP, ADA5Bupyeong 2, Korea Plant Code (BUQ)
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 94522003
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightFWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 94522003
Front RightFWDwith RPO Code ABHJBupyeong 2, Korea Plant Code (BUQ)6 RIB Inner Boot
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 94560855
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 94560855
RearAWDwith RPO Code AAZ4
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GSP Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged NCV16021
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front LeftAutomatic CVT trans.
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GSP Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged NCV16018
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightAutomatic trans.
Fitment notes — GSP NCV16018
Front RightAutomatic trans.with Non CVT Automatic Transmission
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GSP Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged NCV16019
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front LeftAutomatic trans.
Fitment notes — GSP NCV16019
Front LeftAutomatic trans.with Non CVT Automatic Transmission
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GSP Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged NCV16020
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front RightAutomatic CVT trans.
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GSP Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged NCV16004
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear
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GSP Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged NCV25000
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightFWD
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GSP Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged NCV16005
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightAWD
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GSP Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged NCV25002
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front Left
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TOP NOTCH Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged TN20374
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front LeftAutomatic CVT trans.
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TOP NOTCH Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged TN20375
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightAutomatic trans.
Fitment notes — TOP NOTCH TN20375
Front RightAutomatic trans.with Non CVT Auto Transmission
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TOP NOTCH Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged TN20064
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear
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TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged GM86074
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear RightAWD
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TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged GM86066
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front LeftFWD
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TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged GM86081
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Front RightFWD
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TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged GM86075
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AAR Joint Design
Fitment notes — TRAKMOTIVE GM86075
AAR Joint Design
Rear LeftAWD
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TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged GM86065
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front Left
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TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged GM8403
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear
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TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged GM8458
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AAR Joint Design
Fitment notes — TRAKMOTIVE GM8458
AAR Joint Design
Front RightFWD
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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.

CV Axle Support Bearing Bracket

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 42485924
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
FWDDI
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.4L L4 Turbocharged 13248689
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
FWDMFI
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This table covers the brackets that mount the CV Axle Support Bearing. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.

CV Joint Boot

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42756982
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front Inner and OuterFWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42756982
Front Inner and OuterFWDAutomatic CVT transmission
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42721976
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front LeftAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42721976
Front LeftAWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42721984
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front RightAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42721984
Front RightAWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.

CV Joint Boot Band

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42721958
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front Inboard InnerFWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42721958
Front Inboard InnerFWDAutomatic CVT transmission
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42722025
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Fits Front Outboard OuterAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42722025
Fits:
Front Outboard OuterAWD9 speed Automatic trans.or Front Outboard OuterFWDAutomatic CVT transmission
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42722026
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Fits Front Outboard InnerAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42722026
Fits:
Front Outboard InnerAWD9 speed Automatic trans.or Front Outboard InnerFWDAutomatic CVT transmission
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42722029
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Fits Front Inboard OuterAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42722029
Fits:
Front Inboard OuterAWD9 speed Automatic trans.Inboard Small Clamp
or:
Front Inboard OuterFWDAutomatic CVT TransmissionInboard Small Clamp
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged 42722034
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear Inboard OuterAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42722034
Rear Inboard OuterAWDINBOARD
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42721973
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front Inboard InnerAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42721973
Front Inboard InnerAWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the bands that clamp a CV boot to the joint.

CV Joint Lock Ring

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42721955
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front Inner
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This table covers the CV Joint Lock rings.

Differential Carrier

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 24277639
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
FrontAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 24277639
FrontAWD9 speed Automatic trans.3.17 Ratio (FXP)
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This table covers the carriers that hold the differential gears in the axle.

Differential Carrier Bearing / Race

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 24298891
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Race Only
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 24298891
Race Only
FrontAutomatic CVT transmission
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 24237378
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front9 speed Automatic trans.
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 24237378
Front9 speed Automatic trans.68MM O.D.
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This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.

Differential Carrier Bolt

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 11519542
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD
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This table covers the Differential Carrier bolts.

Differential Carrier Bushing

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 84417056
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWDFront
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This table covers the Differential Carrier bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles.

Differential Carrier Fluid Baffle

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 24298737
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
9 speed Automatic trans.Part of Transmission Case
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 24298738
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
9 speed Automatic trans.Plastic
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 24298738
9 speed Automatic trans.PlasticPart of Torque Converter Differential Housing Assembly
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This table covers the baffles that control oil in the differential carrier.

Differential Control Module

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42772712
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Width: 6.3 In
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42772712
Width: 6.3 In
AWD
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Differential Cover Bolt

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42694796
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
FrontAWD
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 42694796
FrontAWDM10X40
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Differential Cover Gasket

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ELRING Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged B18220
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
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ELRING Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged B18250
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Rear
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This table covers the gaskets that seal the Differential Cover. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.

Differential Dampener

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42694804
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD
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This table covers the dampers that quiet the differential.

Differential Fill / Drain Plug

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42694802
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear DifferentialAWD
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This table covers the Differential Fill drain plugs.

Differential Oil Slinger

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42694807
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD
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This table covers the slingers that keep gear oil off the pinion seal.

Differential Pinion Bearing / Race

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42782627
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
InnerAWD
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42782628
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
OuterAWD
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This table covers the bearings and races on the differential pinion.

Differential Pinion Bearing Baffle

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42694805
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD
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This table covers the baffles that control oil at the pinion bearings.

Differential Pinion Nut

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42694806
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWDPinion Gear Nut
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This table covers the Differential Pinion nuts.

Differential Pinion Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
TIMKEN Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged SL260436
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Rear
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This table covers the seals at the differential pinion yoke. 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.

Differential Pinion Shim

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 24285626
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front DifferentialAutomatic CVT transmission
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 24285626
Front DifferentialAutomatic CVT transmissionBROWN1.221-1.241MM THICK
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This table covers the Differential Pinion shims.

Differential Ring Gear

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 24298251
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the Differential Ring gears.

Differential Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ELRING Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged B18260
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Material: FPM (Fluoride Rubber)
Fitment notes — ELRING B18260
Material: FPM (Fluoride Rubber)
RearInlet
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This table covers the seals at the Differential. 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.

Drive Shaft

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 60004994
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
GM Original Equipment
Fitment notes — ACDELCO 60004994
GM Original Equipment
RearAWDFor Vehicles Built Prior To 16JUN20201st Design
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 84666373
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
RearIntermediate
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 84666373
RearIntermediateAWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.

Drive Shaft Bolt

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 11603392
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWDM10X1.5X39
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 11603392
AWDM10X1.5X39Bupyeong 1, Korea Plant Code (BUP)
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This table covers the Drive Shaft bolts.

Drive Shaft Retainer

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 23432713
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD
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This table covers the Drive Shaft retainers.

Gear Oil

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
VALVOLINE Popular Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged VV975
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE VV975
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart
Rear DifferentialAWD
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VALVOLINE Popular Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 889785
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE 889785
Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill
Rear DifferentialAWD
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VALVOLINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 882505
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE 882505
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon
Rear DifferentialAWD
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VALVOLINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 723856
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE 723856
Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon
Rear DifferentialAWD
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VALVOLINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 819195
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
VPS Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE 819195
VPS Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart
Rear DifferentialAWD
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VALVOLINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 904644
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
VPS Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill
Fitment notes — VALVOLINE 904644
VPS Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill
Rear DifferentialAWD
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This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.

Retaining Ring

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 24231157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Front9 speed Automatic trans.
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 24231157
Front9 speed Automatic trans.153.59 Installed Nominal160 Free Outside Diameter2.2THKSnap RingDifferential Carrier Internal Gear Retaining Ring
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This table covers the Retaining rings.

Torque Tube

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 42789512
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD
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This table covers the Torque tubes.

Transfer Case Adapter

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 84113051
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the Transfer Case adapters.

Transfer Case Assembly

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 86296433
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the Transfer Case assemblies.

Transfer Case Bolt

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ELRING Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 795390
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX
Housing Bolt
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GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 11603169
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 11603169
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.M8X1.25X34Housing Bolt
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This table covers the Transfer Case bolts.

Transfer Case Fluid

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 104105
🇺🇸 US
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 104105
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.Synthetic PTU 75W-90 Acdelco 1QTCapacity 0.24 QT / 0.23LUS Only
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This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.

Transfer Case Housing Extension Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 84501580
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Housing Extension. 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.

Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 84501576
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Input Shaft. 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.

Transfer Case Intermediate Shaft Seal

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 85732462
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Intermediate Shaft. 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.

Transfer Case Oil Drain Plug

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 55573646
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Includes O-Ring
Fitment notes — GM GENUINE 55573646
Includes O-Ring
9 speed Automatic trans.M20X1.5X1629 ODMagnetZinc CoatedSquare/Ratchet Style
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This table covers the Transfer Case Oil drain plugs.

Transfer Case Vent

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
GM GENUINE Fits: 1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged 84501587
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
AWD9 speed Automatic trans.
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This table covers the vents on the transfer case.

Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2021 Buick Encore

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. Every drivetrain part here is 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 2021 Buick Encore?

Our catalog currently lists 106 drivetrain parts for the 2021 Buick Encore across 47 subcategories and 10 brands, covering all 3 engine options (1.2L L3 Turbocharged, 1.3L L3 Turbocharged and 1.4L L4 Turbocharged). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

Do drivetrain parts differ between 2021 Buick Encore engines?

Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. 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 2021 Buick Encore?

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 2021 Buick Encore 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 2021 Buick Encore?

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.

Other Parts for the 2021 Buick Encore

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