{"product_id":"dorman-526-172-suspension-control-arm-rear-right-lower","title":"Dorman 526-172 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Right Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman Rear Right Lower Control Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 526-172 is a steel suspension control arm engineered as a standard replacement for the rear right lower position. It is built for specific Audi and Porsche applications, including Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q5, S4, S5, S6, S7, S8, RS5, RS7, SQ5, allroad, and Porsche Macan models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman control arm uses a boxed steel construction with a powder-coated black finish and rubber bushings. It is a press-in design with no ball joint included or installed, making it a direct replacement option for rear suspension service on the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 526-172 for rear right lower suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel control arm with boxed construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated black finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in ball joint mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo ball joint included and no mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 526-172 is a rear right lower suspension control arm designed for precise OE-style replacement on select Audi and Porsche platforms. The steel arm features a bent shape, boxed construction, and powder-coated finish to match the demands of rear suspension use. Its rubber bushings and press-in attachment design support a direct repair approach for worn or damaged original components. For buyers searching for a rear right lower control arm for Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A5 Quattro, or Porsche Macan applications, this part number 526-172 provides a fitment-specific solution. This part cross-references RK642596 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension looseness or instability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the rear right lower suspension area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn control arm bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive rear wheel movement under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling issues related to a fatigued lower control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and rear right lower position before installation. This control arm uses a press-in ball joint mounting type, and the ball joint is not included or installed. Mounting hardware is not included, so reuse or source hardware as required by the repair procedure. Because suspension components affect alignment, a professional wheel alignment is recommended after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this suspension control arm as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for reliable service on the specified vehicles. The part is built to standard replacement specifications for consistent fit and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Vehicles\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2015-2024 Porsche Macan, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2012-2018 Audi A6, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2012-2018 Audi A6 Quattro, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2012-2018 Audi A7 Quattro, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2018 Audi A8 Quattro, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2014-2018 Audi RS7, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2018 Audi S6, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2018 Audi S7, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2018 Audi S8, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2017 Audi A7, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2009-2017 Audi Q5, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2014-2017 Audi SQ5, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2009-2016 Audi A4, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2016 Audi A4 allroad, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2009-2016 Audi A4 Quattro, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2016 Audi A5, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2016 Audi allroad, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2016 Audi RS5, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011 Audi RS5, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2010-2016 Audi S4, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2016 Audi S5, rear right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52752834461877,"sku":"BKKY-526-172","price":257.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_526172_Fro.jpg?v=1782889074","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-526-172-suspension-control-arm-rear-right-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}