Dorman 539-798 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Right Lower

Dorman 539-798 Front Right Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 539-798 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable fitment on the front right lower suspension position.

• Threaded, bolt-in style suspension ball joint
• Steel construction with gray finish
• Dust boot included; grease fitting not included
• Adjustable design for OE-style service fitment
• Mounting hardware included
• Premium suspension grade type
• 12 mm wrench size
• Pinch-style stud design

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2017-2022 Kia Sportage, front right lower
• Fits 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson, front right lower
• Fits 2016-2020 Kia Optima, front right lower
• Fits 2015 Hyundai Sonata, front right lower

Detailed Description

This Dorman 539-798 suspension ball joint is designed for the front right lower position on the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Kia Optima, and Hyundai Sonata applications listed above. The steel body, threaded mounting type, and included dust boot support a service replacement that matches the OE-style suspension layout. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500363 for the same application.

Use Dorman 539-798 when replacing a worn front right lower ball joint on 2017-2022 Kia Sportage, 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson, 2016-2020 Kia Optima, or 2015 Hyundai Sonata. The part number 539-798 is also a useful reference when verifying suspension service parts for these vehicles.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Front-end clunking or popping over bumps
• Excessive play in the lower suspension joint
• Uneven tire wear tied to suspension looseness
• Steering wander or reduced directional stability
• Inspection failure from worn ball joint movement

Installation Notes

Confirm the front right lower position before installation and verify the stud type, mounting hole layout, and wrench size against the original part. Because this is a threaded, bolt-in style component, proper torque and alignment checks are important after installation. Inspect the surrounding control arm and related suspension hardware for wear before completing the repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The 539-798 is built to meet the demands of suspension service on Hyundai and Kia applications.