{"product_id":"dorman-538-381-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-381 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-381 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-381 is a precision-engineered suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select vehicles. It is listed for the front lower position on Dodge Neon models, including 2017-2018 and 2020 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement suspension ball joint for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2020 Dodge Neon, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2018 Dodge Neon, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included for joint protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-in mounting type with three mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design with no grease fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-381, is engineered and tested to replace the original equipment fitment on specific Dodge Neon front lower applications. It uses a steel body, a polychloroprene dust boot, and a bolt-in mounting design with a pinch-style stud for secure installation. The assembly is non-adjustable, non-greaseable, and does not use a castle nut, cotter pin, or bushings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a front lower ball joint for Dodge Neon 2017-2018 or 2020 models, Dorman 538-381 provides the correct OE-style replacement format. This part cross-references Mopar 52026562 and 68369919AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play at the ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the lower front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by excessive joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failures tied to worn front lower suspension components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. The bolt-in design uses three mounting holes with a 45 mm distance between mounting holes and a 10.1 mm mounting hole diameter. Because this is a non-greaseable assembly, routine lubrication is not required. Always inspect surrounding suspension components and alignment settings after replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable OE replacement performance on the listed vehicles. Part number 538-381 is built to match the original application requirements for select Dodge Neon front lower suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763259175093,"sku":"BKKY-538-381","price":35.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538381_Fro.jpg?v=1783144805","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-381-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}