Mevotech GS501316 Lateral Arm - Rear Upper

Rear Upper Lateral Arm for OE-Style Suspension Repair

Mevotech GS501316 is a steel rear upper lateral arm built for suspension service on select Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC vehicles. It uses rubber bushings at both ends to help restore rear suspension geometry, handling response, and ride quality on OE replacement repairs.

Compatible with 2017-2025 Cadillac XT5, 2019-2025 Chevrolet Blazer, 2018-2024 Buick Enclave, 2020-2024 Cadillac XT6, 2024 Chevrolet Traverse Limited, 2018-2023 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2017-2023 GMC Acadia in the rear upper position. This part cross-references 23333644 and 84817026 for the same application.

Key Features

• Mevotech Original Grade GS501316 rear upper lateral arm
• Steel construction with a black finish
• Rubber bushings included at both ends
• Non-adjustable design for direct replacement service
• No ball joint included
• Length: 14.07

Detailed Description

GS501316 is a rear upper lateral arm engineered as a premium OE replacement for the rear suspension. The steel arm and rubber bushings are selected to match factory-style mounting and movement characteristics, helping maintain alignment control and suspension stability after worn components are replaced. Mevotech GS501316 is a direct-fit service part for rear upper applications on Cadillac XT5, Chevrolet Blazer, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Traverse Limited, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia models listed in the fitment data.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear suspension looseness or instability
• Clunking or knocking from worn bushings
• Uneven rear tire wear related to suspension geometry
• Handling drift or reduced rear-end control
• Factory ride quality loss from a worn lateral arm

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify rear upper fitment by year, make, and model before installation.
• Inspect adjacent suspension bushings and mounting points for wear or corrosion during service.
• Use proper suspension torque procedures at ride height when applicable.
• Perform a wheel alignment after replacing rear suspension components.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech Original Grade parts are built for OE-style replacement service and are designed to restore factory performance characteristics in the suspension system.