Dorman 524-173 Lateral Arm - Rear Lower Forward

Dorman 524-173 Lateral Arm for Ford Escape

Dorman 524-173 is a steel lateral arm built as a direct replacement for the original suspension control arm on select vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable OE-style fit and function on the rear lower forward position of the Ford Escape.

Key Features

• Steel stamped control arm construction
• Rubber bushings included
• Non-adjustable design
• No ball joint included or installed
• Grease fitting not required
• Compatible with 2013-2019 Ford Escape, rear lower forward

Detailed Description

This Dorman lateral arm is made for 2013-2019 Ford Escape rear lower forward suspension service. The stamped steel design and rubber bushings support a direct replacement for the original equipment part, while the regular-grade construction matches the needs of everyday suspension repair. The Dorman 524-173 part number is also referenced in OE-style replacement searches for Ford Escape rear suspension work.

This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme CMS401117 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Rear suspension looseness or instability
• Worn rubber bushings causing clunks or vibration
• Excessive movement in the rear lower forward arm
• Uneven rear suspension response from a fatigued control arm

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and rear lower forward position before installation. Because this arm is non-adjustable and does not include a ball joint, confirm the existing suspension layout matches the replacement part before service. Professional alignment checks are recommended after suspension component replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this lateral arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The 524-173 is built for direct-fit suspension repair on compatible Ford Escape applications.