{"product_id":"dorman-538-811-suspension-ball-joint-front-left-lower","title":"Dorman 538-811 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Left Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-811 Front Left Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-811 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable fitment on the front left lower suspension position, including Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Golf, GTI, Tiguan, Beetle, and Audi A3 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint for the front left lower position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included for joint protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for select Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Golf, GTI, Tiguan, and Audi A3 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is designed for vehicles that use a front left lower threaded mounting style. It features a steel body, a polychloroprene dust boot, and a tapered stud to match the OE-style suspension layout on the listed applications. Part number 538-811 cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80662 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2012-2022 Volkswagen Passat, front left lower; 2005-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, front left lower; 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, front left lower; 2006-2014 Volkswagen GTI, front left lower; 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan, front left lower; 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle, front left lower; and 2006-2013 Audi A3, front left lower. Dorman 538-811 also serves 2004-2013 Audi A3 Quattro, 2015-2018 Audi Q3, 2013-2018 Audi Q3 Quattro, and other listed front left lower applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play at the lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front left suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability or wandering caused by joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoot damage that can expose the joint to contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s front left lower suspension layout before ordering, since fitment varies by model, year, and suspension configuration. This part uses a bolt-in, threaded design and does not include a grease fitting, castle nut, cotter pin, or bushings. Confirm the stud thread length, mounting hole pattern, and wrench size against the original component during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The premium-grade construction and included dust boot support long-term service in the suspension system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763262091445,"sku":"BKKY-538-811","price":43.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538811_Bac.jpg?v=1783145125","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-811-suspension-ball-joint-front-left-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}