Dorman 527-182 Lateral Arm - Rear Right Upper Rearward

Dorman 527-182 Lateral Arm for Rear Suspension

Dorman 527-182 is a steel lateral arm built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Chevrolet Malibu and Buick Regal Sportback models. It uses rubber bushings at both ends and a bolt-on attachment design for direct rear suspension service.

Key Features

• Steel construction for rear suspension strength and stability
• Black finish with black bushings
• Rubber bushings included for OE-style isolation
• Boxed control arm design
• Bolt-on attachment with 14.5 mm mounting hole diameter
• Non-adjustable, non-greaseable design
• Standard replacement lateral arm for rear right upper rearward position

Detailed Description

This Dorman lateral arm is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment part on specific vehicles. It is designed for the rear right upper rearward suspension position on 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu and 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback applications. The steel arm and rubber bushings help restore proper rear suspension geometry and consistent bushing support in everyday driving. Part number 527-182 is also referenced by OE interchange 84708921 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Rear suspension looseness or instability
• Clunking or knocking from worn bushings
• Uneven rear wheel alignment caused by arm wear
• Excess movement in the rear right upper rearward suspension link
• Handling changes from a fatigued lateral arm

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu, rear right upper rearward. Fits 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback, rear right upper rearward. Verify the mounting hole diameter, attachment style, and suspension position before installation. Mounting hardware is not included. Because this arm is not adjustable, final alignment should be checked after installation to confirm rear suspension geometry is within specification.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this lateral arm as a standard replacement part and subjects it to engineering and testing checks to support reliable OE-style fit and function on the listed vehicles. Part number 527-182 is built for direct replacement service in the rear suspension.