Dorman 521-868 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Right Upper

Dorman 521-868 Rear Right Upper Control Arm

This Dorman suspension control arm is a direct replacement for the rear right upper position on select Nissan applications. Built with an aluminum body, coated finish, and rubber bushings, it is engineered to restore proper suspension geometry on vehicles such as the Nissan Rogue, Rogue Sport, Qashqai, X-Trail, and Rogue Select.

Key Features

• Precision-engineered replacement control arm for the rear right upper suspension position
• Aluminum construction with a coated black finish for corrosion resistance
• Rubber bushing included for suspension articulation and noise isolation
• Welded ball joint mounting type with threaded stud design
• Non-adjustable lateral link style replacement
• Direct OE-style application for select Nissan rear suspension setups

Detailed Product Overview

Dorman 521-868 is a rear right upper suspension control arm designed for specific Nissan rear suspension applications. It uses an aluminum casting/forged construction and includes a single rubber bushing with a black finish to match the original layout. The part is supplied without a ball joint installed, and the welded ball joint mounting point uses a threaded stud type connection. For shoppers searching for a Nissan Rogue rear right upper control arm or a replacement for a Nissan Qashqai rear suspension link, this part number provides a focused OE-style solution. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK642010 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Rear suspension looseness or clunking from worn linkage components
• Uneven rear tire wear caused by worn control arm bushings
• Rear-end instability or wandering from degraded suspension geometry
• Excess vibration or noise transferred through aged rubber bushings
• Failed original rear right upper control arm on select Nissan models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment by year, model, and rear right upper position before installation. This Dorman 521-868 control arm does not include mounting hardware, so reuse or source the correct fasteners as needed. Because the ball joint is not installed, inspect the surrounding suspension components and confirm the correct assembly configuration before beginning service. Professional alignment is recommended after replacement to help restore suspension settings.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this suspension control arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested as a replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is built to meet the demands of the listed Nissan applications, including Rogue, Rogue Sport, Qashqai, X-Trail, and Rogue Select rear suspension service.