Dorman 524-216 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Right Upper

Dorman 524-216 Rear Right Upper Control Arm

Dorman 524-216 is a steel suspension control arm built for specific rear suspension applications on Buick, Saab, and related GM platforms. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment arm on vehicles with a 4-link rear suspension.

Key Features

• Steel construction with a painted black finish
• Forged/casting construction for OE-style fit and strength
• Rubber bushing included with black bushing color
• Welded ball joint mounting type with threaded stud type
• No grease fitting, no ball joint installed, and no mounting hardware included
• Overall length: 262.5 mm

Detailed Description

This suspension control arm is designed for the rear right upper position on 2010 Buick Allure, 2010-2012 Buick LaCrosse, 2011-2012 Buick Regal, and 2010-2011 Saab 9-5 equipped with the specified 4-link rear suspension setup. Dorman 524-216 uses a steel body, rubber bushing, and painted finish to match the requirements of the original suspension layout while restoring proper arm location and rear suspension geometry. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme CMS501171 for the same application.

What It Helps Repair

• Rear suspension looseness or instability from a worn control arm
• Clunking or knocking noises from deteriorated bushings
• Uneven rear tire wear caused by suspension geometry issues
• Excessive rear wheel movement under braking or cornering
• Loss of alignment consistency in the rear suspension

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s RPO code GNC or 4-link rear suspension configuration before ordering. This part is for the rear right upper location only and does not include mounting hardware, so reuse or source the required fasteners separately. Because the ball joint is not installed, confirm the correct assembly and fitment before installation. Fits 2010 Buick Allure, rear right upper; Fits 2010-2012 Buick LaCrosse, rear right upper; Fits 2011-2012 Buick Regal, rear right upper; Fits 2010-2011 Saab 9-5, rear right upper.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this control arm as a replacement for the original equipment part on the listed vehicles and subjects it to testing for fit and function. Part number 524-216 is built to meet the demands of the specified rear suspension application.