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Dorman 521-115 Lateral Arm - Rear Left, Rear Lower Forward or Rear Right
| Brand | Dorman 521-115 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Lower Forward |
| Adjustable | No |
| Ball Joint Included | No |
| Ball Joint Installed | No |
| Bushing Material | Rubber |
| Bushings Included | Yes |
| Control Arm Type | Tubular |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Grease Fitting Included | Not Required |
| Material | Steel |
| Mount Stud Quantity | 0 |
| Package Contents | Lateral Link |
| Pre Greased | Not Required |
| Fits | Kia and Hyundai · 36 vehicles |
OE replacement. Precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable replacement performance.
Steel tubular design. Built with rubber bushings for dependable suspension control.
Bushings included. Ready for installation with the needed bushings already in place.
Cross-references Beck/Arnley 102-7268, Delphi TC5960 and Mevotech Supreme CMS90173 for the same application. See all 8.
Dorman 521-115 Lateral Arm Overview
Dorman 521-115 is a steel lateral arm built as a direct replacement for the original rear suspension link on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable OE-style fitment on applications such as the Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai XG350, Kia Optima, and Kia Magentis.
This lateral arm includes rubber bushings and uses a tubular control arm design. It is a non-adjustable rear suspension component for specific rear lower forward, rear left, and rear right positions.
Key Features
- Steel construction for rear suspension service
- Rubber bushings included
- Tubular control arm design
- Non-adjustable replacement lateral link
- No ball joint included or installed
- Grease fitting not required
- Part number: 521-115
Detailed Description
Dorman 521-115 is designed for rear suspension repair where the original lateral arm has worn bushings, loosened mounting points, or developed handling noise. It is a direct replacement for select 1999-2006 Hyundai Sonata, 2001-2006 Kia Magentis, 2001-2005 Kia Optima, 2001 Hyundai XG300, and 2002-2005 Hyundai XG350 applications. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK641814 for the same application.
Built from steel with rubber bushings, this lateral arm supports rear suspension geometry on the specified Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, and related platforms. The Dorman 521-115 part number is used for rear lower forward and rear side positions depending on vehicle application.
What It Helps Fix
- Rear suspension clunking from worn bushings
- Excessive rear wheel movement or looseness
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension play
- Handling instability from a damaged lateral link
- Failed inspection due to worn rear suspension components
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the exact year, make, model, and rear position before ordering. This Dorman 521-115 lateral arm is not adjustable, so alignment should be checked after installation on Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, Kia Magentis, Hyundai XG300, or Hyundai XG350 applications. Compare the original part shape, bushing layout, and mounting points to confirm correct rear lower forward, rear left, or rear right placement.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this lateral arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The steel construction, included bushings, and OE-style application coverage support consistent rear suspension service on the listed Hyundai and Kia models.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Kia | Magentis | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2006 | Kia | Optima | Rear Lower Forward | Old Model |
| 2005 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Left | — |
| 2005 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Right | — |
| 2005 | Hyundai | XG350 | Rear Left | — |
| 2005 | Hyundai | XG350 | Rear Right | — |
| 2005 | Kia | Magentis | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2005 | Kia | Optima | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2004 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Left | — |
| 2004 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Right | — |
| 2004 | Hyundai | XG350 | Rear Left | — |
| 2004 | Hyundai | XG350 | Rear Right | — |
| 2004 | Kia | Magentis | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2004 | Kia | Optima | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2003 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Left | — |
| 2003 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Right | — |
| 2003 | Hyundai | XG350 | Rear Left | — |
| 2003 | Hyundai | XG350 | Rear Right | — |
| 2003 | Kia | Magentis | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2003 | Kia | Optima | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2002 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Left | — |
| 2002 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Right | — |
| 2002 | Hyundai | XG350 | Rear Left | — |
| 2002 | Hyundai | XG350 | Rear Right | — |
| 2002 | Kia | Magentis | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2002 | Kia | Optima | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2001 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Left | — |
| 2001 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Right | — |
| 2001 | Hyundai | XG300 | Rear Left | — |
| 2001 | Hyundai | XG300 | Rear Right | — |
| 2001 | Kia | Magentis | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2001 | Kia | Optima | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2000 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Left | — |
| 2000 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Right | — |
| 1999 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Left | — |
| 1999 | Hyundai | Sonata | Rear Right | — |
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