Dorman 526-853 Lateral Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Rear Lower Forward

Dorman 526-853 Rear Lower Forward Lateral Arm

Dorman 526-853 is a lateral arm and ball joint assembly for specific Toyota RAV4 and Lexus NX applications. It replaces the rear lower forward suspension link with a bolt-on design that includes the ball joint already installed for a direct service replacement.

Key Features

• Fits 2011-2018 Toyota RAV4, rear lower forward
• Fits 2015-2017 Lexus NX200t, rear lower forward
• Fits 2015-2021 Lexus NX300h, rear lower forward
• Fits 2018-2021 Lexus NX300, rear lower forward
• Ball joint included and installed for simplified replacement
• Pre-greased, non-greaseable assembly
• Steel tubular control arm construction
• Steel and rubber bushings included
• Threaded ball joint stud with bolt-on attachment type
• Standard replacement grade for OE-style service

Detailed Description

This Dorman 526-853 rear lower forward lateral arm is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original suspension component on select Toyota and Lexus vehicles. It is built from steel with a tubular control arm design, and it comes with the ball joint installed to streamline suspension service on the rear lower forward position. The assembly also includes steel and rubber bushings and arrives pre-greased for immediate installation.

Compatible With 2011-2018 Toyota RAV4, rear lower forward; 2015-2017 Lexus NX200t, rear lower forward; 2015-2021 Lexus NX300h, rear lower forward; and 2018-2021 Lexus NX300, rear lower forward. This part cross-references Delphi TC5570 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring rear suspension geometry after worn arm or joint wear
• Addressing clunking or knocking from the rear lower suspension area
• Replacing a loose or damaged ball joint assembly
• Correcting uneven rear tire wear related to suspension wear
• Repairing play in the rear lower forward control arm assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Use this bolt-on assembly when servicing the rear lower forward suspension position on the listed Toyota RAV4 and Lexus NX models. Verify vehicle year, model, and rear suspension position before installation, and inspect adjacent bushings and mounting points for wear. Because the ball joint is already installed and pre-greased, the part is ready for suspension service without additional joint preparation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this lateral arm and ball joint assembly as a standard replacement part and subjects it to engineering and testing for reliable OE-style service on the specified vehicles.