Mevotech GS86198 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Right Lower

OE-Style Front Right Lower Control Arm

Restore front suspension geometry and steering response with the Mevotech GS86198 control arm and ball joint assembly. This front right lower assembly is built for routine driving and direct replacement service on select Lexus NX300, Lexus NX300h, Lexus NX200t, and Toyota RAV4 applications.

Mevotech GS86198 is an exact-fit replacement designed to match original manufacturer fit, form, and function. It arrives with the ball joint, bushings, dust boot, and required mounting hardware where specified, helping streamline service on the front right lower suspension.

Key Features

• Direct replacement control arm and ball joint assembly for front right lower suspension service
• Steel control arm construction with black finish
• Pre-greased ball joint for ready-to-install service
• Rubber bushings and rubber dust boot included
• Bolt-in ball joint mounting type with threaded stud
• Castle nut and cotter pin included
• Mounting hardware included where required
• Mevotech GS86198 part number for accurate ordering and cross-reference

Detailed Description

The Mevotech Original Grade GS86198 is a suspension control arm and ball joint assembly engineered as an OE-style replacement for the front right lower position. It is built from steel and uses rubber bushings to help restore factory-like suspension feel, handling, and ride quality on the Lexus NX300, Lexus NX300h, Lexus NX200t, and Toyota RAV4. This assembly is pre-greased and includes the ball joint, dust boot, castle nut, cotter pin, and mounting hardware where required for the application. This part cross-references Delphi TC3429 for the same application.

Compatible With 2018-2021 Lexus NX300, front right lower; 2015-2021 Lexus NX300h, front right lower; 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4, front right lower; and 2015-2017 Lexus NX200t, front right lower. Use Mevotech GS86198 when replacing a worn front suspension control arm on these vehicles and when OE-matched fitment is required.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Clunking or knocking from the front suspension
• Loose or imprecise steering feel
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn suspension joints or bushings
• Excessive play in the front right lower control arm
• Visible damage to the ball joint boot or control arm bushings

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front right lower position before installation. Inspect adjacent suspension components, alignment angles, and fasteners during replacement. Because this assembly includes a threaded ball joint stud and bolt-in mounting design, follow the vehicle service procedure for torque specifications and final alignment after installation.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech Original Grade parts are built to match original manufacturer fit, form, and function for everyday commuter and routine-driver use. The GS86198 is intended to restore OE performance characteristics in the front suspension while maintaining direct-fit serviceability.