Dorman 527-340 Lateral Arm - Rear Right Lower Forward

Dorman 527-340 Rear Lateral Arm

Dorman 527-340 is a steel rear lateral arm built for OE-style replacement on specific Nissan suspension applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service on the rear right lower forward position in Nissan Altima and Nissan Maxima models.

Key Features

• Steel construction for suspension strength and durability
• Standard replacement grade for direct-fit service
• Threaded end on one side and bushing end on the other
• Black bushings included with rubber and steel bushing material
• Bolt-on attachment type for the specified application
• Designed for the rear right lower forward position
• Compatible with 2013-2024 Nissan Altima and 2016-2023 Nissan Maxima

Detailed Description

This Dorman lateral arm, part number 527-340, is made for rear suspension service where the original arm has worn bushings or lost alignment stability. It is a boxed control arm style component with a 306.5 length, a threaded end, and a bushing end, matching the needs of the specified Nissan Altima and Nissan Maxima rear right lower forward location. The design includes bushings and uses a standard replacement grade construction to restore suspension geometry in the intended application. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products (e.g., RK643356) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Rear suspension noise from worn bushings
• Excessive play in the rear lateral arm assembly
• Uneven tire wear related to suspension movement
• Rear-end instability or wandering on Nissan Altima and Nissan Maxima
• Alignment issues caused by a damaged OE arm

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the rear right lower forward position before installation. This Dorman 527-340 lateral arm uses a bolt-on attachment and does not include mounting hardware, so confirm all required fasteners and torque specifications for the vehicle before service. Because this is a suspension component, a professional alignment is recommended after installation on the Nissan Altima or Nissan Maxima.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this lateral arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part number 527-340 is built as a standard replacement suspension component for the listed Nissan applications.