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Dorman 522-172 Lateral Arm - Rear Lower Forward
| Brand | Dorman 522-172 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Lower Forward |
| Adjustable | No |
| Attachment Type | Pressed |
| Ball Joint Included | Yes |
| Ball Joint Installed | Yes |
| Ball Joint Stud Type | Threaded |
| 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 | Yes |
| Fits | Kia and Hyundai · 15 vehicles |
OE replacement. Precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable performance.
Steel construction. Tubular design with rubber bushings for dependable suspension support.
Ball joint included. Pre-greased and ready for a pressed attachment.
Cross-references Delphi TC5994, Mevotech Supreme CMS90180 and MOOG Chassis Products RK621884 for the same application. See all 7.
Dorman 522-172 Rear Lower Forward Lateral Arm
Dorman 522-172 is a steel lateral arm built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It includes a pre-greased, installed ball joint and rubber bushings for a ready-to-install suspension repair on the rear lower forward position.
Key Features
- Steel tubular control arm construction for suspension strength
- Ball joint included and installed
- Pre-greased design with no grease fitting required
- Rubber bushings included
- Pressed attachment type for OE-style replacement
- Threaded ball joint stud type
- Non-adjustable lateral link design
Detailed Product Overview
This Dorman lateral arm, part number 522-172, is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original rear lower forward arm on specific applications. It is compatible with 2011-2013 Kia Sorento, 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, and 2007-2012 Hyundai Veracruz in the rear lower forward position. The steel tubular construction, rubber bushings, and installed ball joint help restore suspension geometry and support stable rear suspension operation.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK621884 and Delphi TC5994 for the same application.
Common Repair Applications
- Rear suspension noise from worn bushings or ball joint wear
- Loose or inconsistent rear suspension response
- Clunking from a deteriorated lateral link assembly
- Uneven rear wheel alignment caused by worn suspension linkage
- Replacement of a damaged OE rear lower forward arm
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and rear lower forward position before installation. Because the ball joint is already installed and pre-greased, this arm is prepared for suspension service without requiring a separate grease fitting. Final alignment checks are recommended after replacement of rear suspension components.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this lateral arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for select vehicles. The design uses steel construction, pressed attachment points, and rubber bushings to match the intended suspension application.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Kia | Sorento | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2012 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2012 | Hyundai | Veracruz | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2012 | Kia | Sorento | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2011 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2011 | Hyundai | Veracruz | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2011 | Kia | Sorento | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2010 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2010 | Hyundai | Veracruz | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2009 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2009 | Hyundai | Veracruz | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2008 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2008 | Hyundai | Veracruz | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2007 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2007 | Hyundai | Veracruz | Rear Lower Forward | — |
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