Dorman 528-182 Lateral Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Rear Right Upper

Dorman 528-182 Rear Right Upper Lateral Arm

Dorman 528-182 is a standard replacement lateral arm and ball joint assembly for the rear right upper suspension position on select Acura RDX models. It is built from steel with a straight, boxed-arm design and comes with the ball joint installed for a direct replacement on the specified application.

For 2007-2018 Acura RDX rear suspension service, this assembly provides the OE-style layout needed to restore proper rear wheel location and suspension articulation. The Dorman 528-182 is a practical choice when replacing a worn rear right upper control arm on Acura RDX vehicles.

• Steel construction for suspension strength and durability
• Straight, boxed control arm design
• Ball joint included and installed
• Press-in attachment type
• Pre-greased for service-ready installation
• Bushings included with rubber and steel bushing materials
• Standard replacement grade for OE-style service
• Fits 2007-2018 Acura RDX, rear right upper

Detailed Product Overview

This lateral arm and ball joint assembly is precision-engineered and tested as a replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The Dorman 528-182 uses a steel body, tapered ball joint stud, and non-adjustable design to match the factory suspension layout on the rear right upper position of the Acura RDX. It cross-references Beck/Arnley 102-8351 for the same application.

Common Repair Applications

• Rear suspension noise from a worn lateral arm or ball joint
• Excessive play in the rear right upper suspension link
• Uneven rear tire wear related to suspension wear
• Clunking or looseness over bumps in the rear suspension
• Restoring factory rear wheel control on 2007-2018 Acura RDX models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the rear right upper position before installation and confirm vehicle year and trim against the fitment listing. Because this assembly uses a press-in attachment type, proper suspension service tools and alignment procedures are recommended after replacement. The pre-greased, ball-joint-installed design helps streamline installation on the Acura RDX rear suspension.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this part as a standard replacement suspension component and subjects it to engineering and testing checks for fit and function on the listed vehicles. Part number 528-182 is built to replace the original rear right upper lateral arm assembly on 2007-2018 Acura RDX applications.