Dorman 527-514 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Right Upper

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Front Right Upper Control Arm

Dorman 527-514 is an OE FIX upper front suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for select Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y vehicles. It replaces the factory front right upper arm with a stamped steel design that addresses known cracking, separation, and moisture-related wear concerns in the original setup.

Compatible With 2017-2023 Tesla Model 3, front right upper, and 2020-2023 Tesla Model Y, front right upper. The Dorman 527-514 is built for direct fitment and a more durable repair path than the original plastic-arm design.

Key Features

• Stamped steel control arm construction for added strength
• Eliminates the plastic ball joint cap used in the factory design
• Electrostatically coated to help resist corrosion
• Pre-greased with the ball joint installed
• Includes bushings and mounting hardware
• Boxed control arm design with standard replacement grade
• Machined ball joint mounting with pinch-style stud

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly is engineered to match the factory fit on Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y front right upper applications while improving durability in the areas where the original part can fail. The steel arm replaces the OE plastic arm structure, helping reduce the risk of stress cracking and separation at the steering knuckle. By removing the plastic cap over the ball joint, the design also allows moisture to evaporate instead of being trapped around the joint.

Part number 527-514 is a direct-fit suspension repair for drivers looking to restore front-end steering stability and reduce creaking from the upper control arm area. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK623789 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Front-end creaking from the upper control arm area
• Cracking in the original upper right control arm
• Ball joint wear caused by trapped moisture
• Separation at the steering knuckle
• Loss of steering control related to upper arm failure

Installation Notes and Tips

Install on the front right upper position only for the listed Tesla applications. Verify alignment after replacement, since suspension component changes can affect steering geometry. Confirm the ball joint pinch connection and mounting points are clean and free of corrosion before installation. Part number 527-514 is pre-greased and includes the ball joint installed, which helps streamline service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this OE FIX assembly as a precision-engineered replacement designed to match factory fit while improving durability and corrosion resistance. The electrostatically coated steel construction and revised ball joint design are intended to address known failure points in the original Tesla upper control arm assembly.