Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Ball Joint P/N:539-881
Help keep your front suspension pivoting smoothly and your steering feeling tight with the Dorman ball joint, part number 539-803, a front lower pivot that joins the steering knuckle to the control arm when the original has worn loose. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata, 2011-2015 Kia Optima and 2014-2015 Kia Sorento. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list and engine details.
Dorman precision-engineers and rigorously tests this suspension ball joint as a dependable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is designed to fit and perform like the factory part.
Signs a ball joint may need replacing include clunking or knocking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear and noticeable play in the joint. If a worn front lower ball joint is the cause, this part replaces it. Consult the vehicle service information for the installation procedure and whether a wheel alignment is needed afterward.
Interchange: 101-7348 · 610.51004
1017348 · 61051004 · TC2850 · FA60365 · 545302P100 · 545302T010 · 545303S100 · 54530B2100 · K500231 · K500323 · GK90520 · GK90522 · GS90520 · GS90522 · MS90520 · MS90522 · TXMS90520 · 1006029 · JBJ363
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Is this the right Hyundai Sonata ball joint for a 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata?
It is listed as a front lower ball joint for the 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact vehicle.
Will this work as a 2011-2015 Kia Optima ball joint too?
Yes. It is listed for the 2011-2015 Kia Optima and the 2014-2015 Kia Sorento, along with many other vehicles shown in the Buyer's Guide tab.
What does a front lower ball joint do?
It is a pivot that connects the steering knuckle to the lower control arm. It lets the suspension move up and down while the wheel turns for steering.
What is the Dorman 539-803 made of?
Dorman lists it as made of steel and rubber materials, built to strict standards and put through quality control testing.
What are signs of a worn ball joint?
Clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear or play in the joint can mean a ball joint may need replacing. Have the suspension inspected to confirm the cause.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.