Dorman 527-501 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Left Upper

Dorman 527-501 Rear Left Upper Control Arm

This Dorman suspension control arm is a direct replacement for specific Ford, Lincoln, and related applications that use a rear left upper control arm. Built from steel with a coated black finish, it is engineered for dependable OE-style fitment on vehicles such as the Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKT, and Lincoln MKS.

Key Features

• Steel construction with casting/forged design for structural strength
• Black coated finish for added corrosion resistance
• Press-in ball joint mounting type with threaded stud interface
• Rubber and steel bushing materials for suspension articulation and support
• Direct replacement for rear left upper suspension service
• Dorman part number 527-501 for easy identification

Detailed Description

Dorman 527-501 is a rear left upper suspension control arm made for specific 2009-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment arm on applications including the 2011-2019 Ford Explorer, 2009-2019 Ford Flex, 2010-2019 Ford Taurus, 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT, and 2009-2016 Lincoln MKS. This control arm uses a steel body, coated finish, and OE-style bushing layout to restore suspension geometry and rear suspension support. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK643337 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Rear suspension looseness or instability
• Clunking or knocking from the rear suspension area
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn suspension geometry
• Excessive play from a worn rear left upper control arm
• Handling drift or reduced rear-end control

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and rear left upper position before installation. This control arm does not include a ball joint, bushings, mounting hardware, or grease fitting, so inspect related suspension components and replace worn parts as needed during service. Professional alignment is recommended after installation to confirm rear suspension geometry.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this suspension control arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part number is 527-501.