Dorman 527-987 Lateral Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Rear Lower Forward

Dorman 527-987 Rear Suspension Arm

Dorman 527-987 is a lateral arm and ball joint assembly for specific Kia Borrego rear suspension applications. It is built as a standard replacement part with a tubular steel construction, powder-coated semi-gloss finish, and pre-greased components for direct service replacement.

Key Features

• Fits 2009-2011 Kia Borrego, rear lower forward
• Precision-engineered lateral arm and ball joint assembly
• Tubular steel construction with black powder-coated finish
• Pre-greased design with bushings included
• Ball joint mounting type: machined
• End 1: bushing; End 2: ball joint
• Includes castle nut, cotter pin, and mounting hardware
• Standard replacement suspension component

Detailed Description

This Dorman lateral arm and ball joint assembly is made for the rear lower forward position on the 2009, 2010, and 2011 Kia Borrego. The steel tubular design and rubber bushings are selected for suspension service where a direct OE-style replacement is needed. Part number 527-987 is also referenced in cross applications such as Beck/Arnley 102-6131 and Mevotech Supreme CMS901183 for the same vehicle fitment.

For buyers searching for a rear lower forward suspension arm for Kia Borrego 2009-2011, Dorman 527-987 provides a direct replacement format with a machined ball joint mount, polymer bearing material, and a black semi-gloss powder-coated surface. The assembly is pre-greased and includes a castle nut and cotter pin.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• Excessive rear suspension play or looseness
• Clunking or knocking from the rear lower suspension area
• Worn ball joint or deteriorated bushing condition
• Uneven rear wheel tracking caused by arm wear
• Suspension noise during braking or road impacts

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear lower forward position fitment before installation on the Kia Borrego. Inspect adjacent suspension hardware, alignment settings, and mounting points for wear or damage before replacing the arm. Because this assembly is pre-greased and includes the specified mounting components, follow the vehicle service procedure for torque and alignment after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this lateral arm and ball joint assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Part number 527-987 is built as a standard replacement suspension component for confirmed Kia Borrego applications.