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Dorman 527-181 Lateral Arm - Rear Left Upper Rearward
| Brand | Dorman 527-181 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Left Upper Rearward |
| Material | Steel |
| Bushing Color | Black |
| Length | 565.5 |
| Color | Black |
| End 1 Type | Bushing |
| End 2 Type | Bushing |
| Mount Stud Quantity | 0 |
| Bushings Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Greaseable | No |
| Bushing Material | Rubber |
| Bushing Material | Steel |
| Adjustable | No |
| Attachment Type | Bolt-on |
| Ball Joint Included | No |
| Ball Joint Installed | No |
| Control Arm Type | Boxed |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Item Grade | Standard replacement |
| Mounting Hole Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Package Contents | 1 lateral arm |
| Pre Greased | No |
| Fits | Buick and Chevrolet · 13 vehicles |
Standard replacement. Precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable OE-style performance.
Bolt-on installation. Direct replacement with bushings included and no mounting hardware.
Steel construction. Boxed design with rubber bushings for dependable suspension support.
Cross-references 84149391 for the same application. See all 1.
Dorman 527-181 Rear Left Upper Rearward Lateral Arm
Dorman 527-181 is a steel lateral arm built for specific rear suspension applications on the Chevrolet Malibu and Buick Regal Sportback. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment arm on the listed vehicles.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a black finish
- Rubber bushings included at both ends
- Bolt-on attachment with 14.5 mm mounting hole diameter
- Boxed control arm design for rear suspension service
- Standard replacement part for OE-style fit and function
- Compatible With 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu, rear left upper rearward
- Compatible With 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback, rear left upper rearward
Detailed Description
This lateral arm is built for rear left upper rearward suspension locations and is intended for vehicles that require a direct OE-style replacement. The steel body, rubber bushings, and bolt-on design support stable suspension geometry in the rear of the Chevrolet Malibu and Buick Regal Sportback. Part number 527-181 is also referenced by OE interchange 84149391 for the same application.
Use Dorman 527-181 when servicing rear suspension wear on 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu and 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback models. The arm is not adjustable, is not greaseable, and does not include mounting hardware.
Common Repair Uses
- Rear suspension clunking from worn bushings
- Excessive rear wheel movement or looseness
- Uneven rear tire wear related to suspension alignment issues
- Restoring factory-style rear suspension control
- Replacing a bent or fatigued lateral arm
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the rear left upper rearward position before installation and verify the 14.5 mm mounting hole diameter matches the vehicle mounting point. Because this arm is not adjustable, final alignment should be checked after installation. Part number 527-181 is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications, including Chevrolet Malibu and Buick Regal Sportback rear suspension service.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this lateral arm as a standard replacement component and subjects it to engineering and testing checks to support reliable OE-style service on the specified vehicles.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2024 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2023 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2022 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2021 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2020 | Buick | Regal Sportback | FWD | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2020 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2019 | Buick | Regal Sportback | FWD | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2019 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2018 | Buick | Regal Sportback | FWD | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2018 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2017 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | Rear Left Upper Rearward | — |
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