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Dorman 528-181 Lateral Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Rear Left Upper
| Brand | Dorman 528-181 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Left Upper |
| Material | Acero |
| Material | Steel |
| Bushing Color | Black |
| Bushing Color | Negro |
| Bushing Color | Noir |
| Length | 319.5 |
| Color | Black |
| Color | Negro |
| Color | Noir |
| End 1 Type | Buje |
| End 1 Type | Bushing |
| End 2 Type | Buje |
| End 2 Type | Bushing |
| Finish | Powder coated |
| Finish | Revestimiento en polvo |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Bushings Included | Oui |
| Bushings Included | Sí |
| Bushings Included | Yes |
| Shape | Recto |
| Shape | Straight |
| Grade Type | Reemplazo estándar |
| Grade Type | Standard replacement |
| Adjustable | No |
| Adjustable | Non |
| Greaseable | No |
| Greaseable | Non |
| Bearing Material | Polímero |
| Bearing Material | Polymer |
| Fits | Acura · 12 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable fit and function.
Steel construction. Powder-coated finish helps resist corrosion and wear.
Ball joint included. Bolt-on assembly with bushings for a complete suspension repair.
Cross-references Beck/Arnley 102-8350, 52400STKA01 and RK622544 for the same application. See all 3.
Dorman 528-181 Rear Left Upper Arm
Dorman 528-181 is a lateral arm and ball joint assembly for the rear left upper position on select Acura RDX models. It is built as a standard replacement part with a steel body, powder-coated finish, and an installed ball joint for direct suspension service.
Key Features
- Fits 2007-2018 Acura RDX, rear left upper
- Steel construction with powder-coated finish for corrosion resistance
- Ball joint installed with tapered stud design
- Rubber bushings included for suspension isolation
- Boxed control arm design for OE-style replacement
- Non-adjustable, bolt-on attachment style
- Part number 528-181 for catalog and service reference
Detailed Description
This Dorman lateral arm and ball joint assembly is engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment on 2007-2018 Acura RDX rear suspension applications. The assembly combines the arm, bushings, and ball joint in one service part to restore rear suspension geometry and secure wheel location. It is a practical choice for Acura RDX rear left upper control arm replacement when the original arm shows wear at the bushings or ball joint. This part number, 528-181, also cross-references Beck/Arnley 102-8350 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Rear suspension looseness or clunking from worn bushings
- Excessive play from a worn ball joint
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension alignment issues
- Noise over bumps from deteriorated control arm components
- Handling instability in the rear suspension of Acura RDX models
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2007-2018 Acura RDX, rear left upper. Verify the vehicle position before installation and confirm alignment after replacement, since suspension arm service can affect rear wheel geometry. The bolt-on design supports straightforward replacement on the specified application, and the threaded stud with tapered ball joint connection matches the original-style mounting layout. Part number 528-181 should be matched to the vehicle’s rear left upper location before service.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The steel construction, powder-coated finish, and included bushings and installed ball joint support consistent service quality for Acura RDX rear suspension repair.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2017 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2016 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2015 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2014 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2013 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2012 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2011 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2010 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2009 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2008 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
| 2007 | Acura | RDX | Rear Left Upper | — |
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