Dorman 999-987 Suspension Shock Absorber Tower Patch Panel - Rear Left

Shock Tower Patch Panel for Rear Left Repair

This Dorman shock tower patch panel restores the structural area around the rear left shock mount when corrosion has weakened the body. It is a weld-in direct replacement for a permanent repair on affected Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner applications.

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 999-987
• Steel construction for structural body repair
• Black finish
• Welded attachment type for permanent installation
• Direct replacement shock tower corrosion repair panel
• Fits 2001-2012 Ford Escape, rear left
• Fits 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, rear left
• Fits 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, rear left
• Fits 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner, rear left

Detailed Product Overview

Shock tower corrosion can compromise suspension mounting strength and vehicle safety, and it can also lead to a failed state inspection. Dorman 999-987 is formed as a steel patch panel to replace the damaged tower section and restore the body and shock mount area on the rear left side. This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as 5L8Z7827887AA and ECY171150 for the same application.

Common Repair Applications

• Rust damage around the rear shock tower
• Weak or perforated body metal at the shock mount
• Inspection failure caused by corrosion in the suspension tower area
• Loss of structural integrity at the rear left shock attachment point
• Body repair after corrosion has spread beyond surface rust

Installation Notes and Tips

This panel is welded in place, so installation requires cutting out the corroded section, fitting the replacement panel, and welding it to sound metal. Verify rear left fitment before bodywork begins, especially on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2006 and 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner models. Proper corrosion removal and weld preparation are important for a lasting repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies direct replacement body repair components for structural restoration work. Part number 999-987 is built as a steel repair panel for a permanent shock tower fix.