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Dorman 538-802 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Front Lower
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OE Direct Replacement — Bolt-on fit, no modifications needed
Fitment: Land Rover, Discovery, LR3, LR4, and Range Rover Sport
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Dorman 538-802 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 538-802 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment design on select Land Rover applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on Discovery, LR4, Range Rover Sport, and LR3 models with front lower fitment.

Key Features

  • Threaded suspension ball joint for front lower installation
  • Steel construction with grey finish
  • Rubber dust boot included
  • Press-in mounting type with tapered stud design
  • Standard replacement suspension grade
  • Mounting hardware included
  • 12 mm wrench size
  • Part number 538-802 for direct catalog reference

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint is designed for front lower use on 2005-2016 Land Rover vehicles, including 2005-2009 Land Rover LR3, 2006-2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2010-2016 Land Rover LR4, and 2014-2016 Land Rover Discovery. The steel body, rubber dust boot, and tapered stud support a direct OE-style replacement for worn front suspension joints. Part number 538-802 is also cross-referenced to MOOG Chassis Products K500148 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Front suspension looseness or play
  • Clunking or knocking from the lower control arm area
  • Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
  • Steering instability or wandering at the front end
  • Inspection failure caused by excessive joint wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front lower fitment by year, make, and model before installation. This press-in ball joint uses a threaded design and includes mounting hardware; it does not include a grease fitting, castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, or washers. The tapered stud and 12 mm wrench size should be matched to the vehicle’s service procedure, and the control arm should be inspected for wear before pressing in the new joint.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested replacement part for specific OE applications. The design focuses on fit, function, and durability for Land Rover front suspension service.

  • Fits 2014-2016 Land Rover Discovery, front lower
  • Fits 2010-2016 Land Rover LR4, front lower
  • Fits 2006-2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, front lower
  • Fits 2005-2009 Land Rover LR3, front lower
BrandDorman
Part Number538-802
MaterialAcero
MaterialSteel
Maximum Outside Diameter61
Length111
ColorGrey
ColorGris
Castle Nut IncludedNo
Castle Nut IncludedNon
Grease Fitting IncludedNo
Grease Fitting IncludedNon
Suspension Grade TypeReemplazo estándar
Suspension Grade TypeStandard
Bushings IncludedNo
Bushings IncludedNon
Dust Boot IncludedOui
Dust Boot Included
Dust Boot IncludedYes
Ball Joint AssemblyOui
Ball Joint Assembly
Ball Joint AssemblyYes
Width59
TypeRoscado
TypeThreaded
Cotter Pin IncludedNo
Cotter Pin IncludedNon
Cotter Pin HoleNo
Cotter Pin HoleNon
Mounting Hardware IncludedOui
Mounting Hardware Included
Mounting Hardware IncludedYes

This part fits 23 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2016Land RoverDiscoveryFront Lower
2016Land RoverLR4Front Lower
2015Land RoverDiscoveryFront Lower
2015Land RoverLR4Front Lower
2014Land RoverDiscoveryFront Lower
2014Land RoverLR4Front Lower
2013Land RoverLR4Front Lower
2013Land RoverRange Rover SportFront Lower
2012Land RoverLR4Front Lower
2012Land RoverRange Rover SportFront Lower
2011Land RoverLR4Front Lower
2011Land RoverRange Rover SportFront Lower
2010Land RoverLR4Front Lower
2010Land RoverRange Rover SportFront Lower
2009Land RoverLR3Front Lower
2009Land RoverRange Rover SportFront Lower
2008Land RoverLR3Front Lower
2008Land RoverRange Rover SportFront Lower
2007Land RoverLR3Front Lower
2007Land RoverRange Rover SportFront Lower
2006Land RoverLR3Front Lower
2006Land RoverRange Rover SportFront Lower
2005Land RoverLR3Front Lower

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

101-7000610.22005FA2405JBJ828K500148MS10525MS10536RBK500040RBK500180RBK500280TC1963TC4229

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.