Dorman 538-379 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper

Dorman 538-379 Suspension Ball Joint

Dorman 538-379 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable steering and suspension service, with a steel body, rubber dust boot, and bolt-in mounting design.

Key Features

• Threaded suspension ball joint for OE-style replacement
• Steel construction with grey finish
• Rubber dust boot included
• Bolt-in mounting type with 3 mounting holes
• 12 mm wrench size and tapered stud design
• Standard suspension grade replacement
• Mounting hardware included
• Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-379, is engineered for direct replacement use on select vehicles that require a threaded, bolt-in front suspension joint. The steel housing and tapered stud are paired with a rubber dust boot to help protect the joint area from road contamination. For shoppers searching for a Dorman 538-379 ball joint, OE replacement suspension ball joint, or threaded ball joint for specific vehicle applications, this part is built to match the original service role without adding grease fittings or adjustable features.

Vehicle fitment is application-specific and should be verified by year, make, model, and position before ordering. Search terms such as Dorman 538-379, suspension ball joint replacement, and OE-style ball joint for select vehicle suspension repair are commonly used by buyers looking for the correct front-end service part.

What It Helps Repair

• Front suspension looseness or play at the ball joint
• Clunking or popping noises from the suspension
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering and suspension joints
• Imprecise steering response from worn OE ball joint components
• Inspection failures related to excessive suspension joint wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and position before installation. This part uses a bolt-in mounting style with threaded construction, so the existing mounting points and stud interface must match the original design. The part does not use a grease fitting, cotter pin, or adjustable hardware, so installation should follow the vehicle service procedure and torque specifications for the specific application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance on the specified vehicles. Part number 538-379 is built as a standard replacement component for service work where OE-style fit and function are required.