Vaico V20-1496 Suspension Control Arm - Front Left Upper, Front Right Upper or Front Upper

BMW Front Upper Control Arm Replacement

Restore front suspension geometry with the Vaico V20-1496 suspension control arm. This front upper control arm is listed for multiple BMW 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, and i8 applications, including front right upper, front left upper, and front upper positions. The V20-1496 is a direct-fit suspension component for BMW owners replacing worn wishbones, ball joints, or bushings.

Key Features

• Vaico suspension control arm, part number V20-1496
• Front upper control arm application for BMW suspension service
• Supplementary article info: with ball joint
• Steering arm type: control arm
• Dimensions: 289 mm length, 258 mm width, 78 mm height
• Recommended special tool reference: V99-1020
• Cross-reference: Febi-Bilstein 38000

Detailed Product Description

VAICO V20-1496 is a front suspension control arm for BMW vehicles that use an upper wishbone-style layout. It is specified with a ball joint and is listed across a wide range of BMW chassis, including 2011-2015 BMW 528i, 2012-2015 BMW 528i xDrive, 2014-2015 BMW 535d, 2011-2015 BMW 535i, 2010-2015 BMW 535i GT, 2012-2015 BMW 640i, 2012-2015 BMW 650i, 2011-2012 BMW 740i, 2009-2012 BMW 750i, and 2014-2017 BMW i8. For shoppers searching for a BMW front upper control arm, BMW wishbone replacement, or Vaico V20-1496 suspension arm, this part matches the listed front upper applications.

What It Helps Address

• Front-end looseness or play from a worn control arm
• Clunking or knocking from the upper suspension area
• Uneven tire wear caused by suspension geometry wear
• Steering pull or reduced straight-line stability
• Ball joint wear in the front upper suspension assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the exact position before ordering: this part is listed for front right upper, front left upper, and front upper applications depending on model and year. Match the vehicle by VIN and suspension layout before installation. Use the recommended special tool reference V99-1020 where applicable, and follow BMW torque specifications during final tightening. Because this control arm is listed with a ball joint, inspect adjacent bushings and mounting points during service.

Quality Assurance

VAICO supplies OE-style replacement suspension components for European vehicle service. Part number V20-1496 is cataloged with defined dimensions and application data to support accurate fitment selection for BMW front suspension repair.