Dorman 537-960 Suspension Subframe Bushing - Front Rearward

Dorman 537-960 Suspension Subframe Bushing

Dorman 537-960 is a suspension subframe bushing for select Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a standard replacement for the original equipment bushing on the specified vehicles.

• Rubber construction for suspension subframe mounting support
• Black finish
• Inside diameter: 18.3 mm
• Outside diameter: 64.5 mm
• Height: 30.7 mm
• Bushing thickness: 16.4 mm
• Standard replacement item grade
• Mounting hardware not included

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, front rearward.
• Fits 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, front rearward.
• Fits 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, front rearward.
• Fits 1999-2006 Volkswagen Golf, front rearward.
• Fits 2004-2005 Audi A3, front rearward, 1st Generation Model.
• Fits 2000-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front rearward.
• Fits 1998-2003 Audi A3, front rearward.
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, front rearward, from chassis no. 9M-X-000 001.

Detailed Description

This suspension subframe bushing is built for the front rearward position on select Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Golf City, Jetta City, and Audi A3 models. Dorman 537-960 uses rubber construction to replace the original subframe bushing and restore the mounting interface between the subframe and chassis on the listed applications. The part number 537-960 is also referenced for the same application under OE cross-reference 1J0199429.

For Volkswagen Jetta and Audi A3 suspension repairs, this bushing is sized to match the specified dimensions and vehicle fitment requirements. It is a direct replacement-style component for drivers servicing worn subframe bushings on compatible front rearward locations.

Common Repair Uses

• Corrects looseness at the subframe mounting point
• Addresses clunking or knocking from worn suspension bushings
• Helps reduce excess movement in the front rearward subframe location
• Supports restoration of steering and suspension mounting stability
• Replaces cracked, hardened, or deteriorated rubber bushings

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s year, model, and front rearward position before installation. Compare the original bushing dimensions to Dorman 537-960, especially the inside diameter, outside diameter, height, and thickness. Because mounting hardware is not included, reuse or replace related fasteners as required by the repair procedure. On Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, and Audi A3 applications, proper subframe support and alignment procedures should be followed during service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman tests this suspension subframe bushing as a replacement part for the listed OE applications. It is manufactured as a standard replacement component for select Volkswagen and Audi vehicles, including 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Volkswagen Golf, 2000-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, and 1998-2005 Audi A3 applications.