Dorman 533-224 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper

Dorman 533-224 Front Upper Ball Joint

Dorman 533-224 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Chrysler and Dodge vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable steering and suspension service on applications such as Chrysler New Yorker, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger front upper positions.

Key Features

• Direct replacement suspension ball joint for select front upper applications
• Threaded design with press-in mounting type
• Steel construction with gray finish
• Rubber dust boot included to help protect the joint
• Greaseable design with grease fitting included
• Castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included
• Tapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size

Product Details

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-224, is built for front upper suspension service on a wide range of Chrysler and Dodge platforms. It uses a steel body, rubber dust boot, and greaseable construction to support long-term service in demanding steering and suspension environments. The threaded, press-in configuration is intended for specific OE-style replacement applications where the original joint has worn, loosened, or developed play.

Fitment includes 1961-1973 Chrysler Newport, 1963-1973 Chrysler New Yorker, 1977-1981 Chrysler LeBaron, 1977-1981 Chrysler Town & Country, 1979-1981 Chrysler Newport, 1979-1989 Chrysler New Yorker, 1981-1983 Chrysler Imperial, 1983-1989 Chrysler Fifth Avenue, 1965-1978 Dodge Monaco, 1966-1978 Dodge Charger, 1970-1974 Dodge Challenger, 1973-1980 Dodge Dart, 1976-1980 Dodge Aspen, and 1978-1979 Dodge Magnum, all in the front upper position.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K772 and Mevotech Supreme MK772 for the same application. The Dorman 533-224 is also listed with interchange references including Centric Parts 610.63007 and Delphi TC1655.

Common Repair Uses

• Front-end looseness caused by worn ball joint sockets
• Suspension noise from excess play in the upper control arm area
• Uneven tire wear related to steering and suspension wear
• Restoring proper suspension articulation on classic Chrysler and Dodge models
• Replacing a damaged or corroded OE-style upper ball joint

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front upper suspension configuration before ordering. This part uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded, tapered stud, so proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the castle nut, cotter pin hole, and stud thread length match the original application before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this ball joint as a precision replacement for specific OE applications and subjects it to testing for reliable fit and function. The steel construction, greaseable service design, and included dust boot support consistent suspension service on the listed Chrysler and Dodge vehicles.