Victor Reinz Rear Crankshaft Seal 81-38229-00

Victor Reinz 81-38229-00 is a rear engine crankshaft seal built with fluoro-elastomer material for oil sealing performance in a wide range of GM, Saab, Saturn, Isuzu, and Pontiac applications. It is specified as an oil seal with precise dimensions for service work where rear crankshaft sealing is critical.

Key Features

• Fluoro-elastomer construction for oil resistance and sealing durability
• Oil seal design for rear crankshaft sealing applications
• Inside diameter: 3.5430 in.
• Outside diameter: 4.0980 in.
• Thickness: 0.4330 in.
• Direct replacement part number: 81-38229-00

Product Details

This Victor Reinz crankshaft seal is engineered for rear-position sealing service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Equinox, Buick Regal, and Cadillac CTS. The part number 81-38229-00 is also used across multiple engine oil cooler seal replacement applications and rear crankshaft seal service points, making it a practical OE-style service part for technicians working on GM-family engines and select Saab and Saturn platforms.

This part cross-references MAHLE JV1705 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Rear main seal oil leakage
• Oil seepage at the crankshaft sealing surface
• Service replacement during engine reseal work
• Leak repair on rear engine seal applications
• Oil cooler seal service on listed vehicle applications

Installation Notes

Verify the seal dimensions and position before installation, especially on rear crankshaft and transmission-end applications. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly, inspect the crankshaft for wear or scoring, and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion. Confirm vehicle-specific notes such as transmission-end or engine oil cooler seal usage where listed in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz supplies sealing components with protective packaging, clear labeling, and electronic cataloging support to help ensure the correct gasket or seal is selected for the repair. The 81-38229-00 part number is backed by the brands sealing-system focus for professional and DIY engine service.

Compatible Vehicles

• Fits 2016-2020 Buick Envision, rear.
• Fits 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback, rear.
• Fits 2018-2020 Buick Regal TourX, rear.
• Fits 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, rear.
• Fits 2017-2020 Chevrolet Camaro, rear.
• Fits 2017-2020 Chevrolet Colorado, rear.
• Fits 2017-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, rear.
• Fits 2016-2020 Chevrolet Malibu, rear.
• Fits 2017-2020 GMC Acadia, rear.
• Fits 2017-2020 GMC Canyon, rear.
• Fits 2017-2020 GMC Terrain, rear.
• Fits 2014-2019 Cadillac ATS, rear.
• Fits 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS, rear.
• Fits 2017-2019 Chevrolet Impala, rear.
• Fits 2018-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, rear.
• Fits 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6, rear.
• Fits 2014-2017 Buick Regal, rear.
• Fits 2014-2017 Buick Verano, rear.
• Fits 2010-2016 Buick LaCrosse, rear.
• Fits 2011-2016 Buick Regal, rear.
• Fits 2012-2016 Buick Verano, rear.
• Fits 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS, rear.
• Fits 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A.
• Fits 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado, rear.
• Fits 2010-2016 Chevrolet Equinox, rear.
• Fits 2014-2016 Chevrolet Impala, rear.
• Fits 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited, rear.
• Fits 2015-2016 GMC Canyon, rear.
• Fits 2010-2016 GMC Terrain, rear.
• Fits 2012-2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport, rear.
• Fits 2004-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, rear.
• Fits 2015 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A.
• Fits 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A.
• Fits 2011 Chevrolet Captiva Sport, rear.
• Fits 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, rear.
• Fits 2004-2011 Saab 9-3, rear.
• Fits 2010-2011 Saab 9-3X, rear.
• Fits 2011 Saab 9-5, N/A.
• Fits 2010 Buick Allure, rear.
• Fits 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, rear.
• Fits 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, rear.
• Fits 2006-2010 Pontiac G6, rear.
• Fits 2007-2010 Saturn Sky, rear.
• Fits 2002-2010 Saturn Vue, rear.
• Fits 2006-2009 Pontiac Solstice, rear.
• Fits 2007-2009 Saturn Aura, rear.
• Fits 2000-2008 Chevrolet Astra, rear.
• Fits 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, rear.
• Fits 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit, rear.
• Fits 2002-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier, rear.
• Fits 2004-2005 Chevrolet Classic, rear.
• Fits 2002-2005 Pontiac Grand Am, rear.
• Fits 2002-2005 Pontiac Sunfire, rear.
• Fits 2001-2005 Saturn L300, rear.
• Fits 2003-2004 Cadillac CTS, rear.
• Fits 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, rear.
• Fits 1998-2003 Isuzu Rodeo, rear.
• Fits 2001-2003 Isuzu Rodeo Sport, rear.
• Fits 2003 Saab 9-3, rear.
• Fits 1999-2003 Saab 9-5, rear.
• Fits 2001-2003 Saturn L200, rear.
• Fits 2001-2003 Saturn LW200, rear.
• Fits 2001-2003 Saturn LW300, rear.
• Fits 2001-2002 Saturn L100, rear.
• Fits 1997-2001 Cadillac Catera, rear.
• Fits 1998-2000 Isuzu Amigo, rear.
• Fits 2000 Saturn LS, rear.
• Fits 2000 Saturn LS1, rear.
• Fits 2000 Saturn LS2, rear.
• Fits 2000 Saturn LW1, rear.
• Fits 2000 Saturn LW2, rear.
• Fits 1994-1997 Saab 900, rear.
• Fits 1995-1997 Saab 9000, rear.
• Fits 1987-1994 Pontiac Sunbird, rear.
• Fits 1989-1990 Pontiac LeMans, rear.
• Fits 1987-1989 Pontiac Grand Am, rear.
• Fits 1987-1988 Buick Skyhawk, rear.
• Fits 1987-1988 Oldsmobile Firenza, rear.