Help keep your Jeep's steering tight and your front suspension planted with the Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Ball Joint (BJ96125RD), a severe-duty front lower ball joint. It drops in as a direct replacement on many vehicles, among them the 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler, 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
It's part of Dorman's RD ("rugged duty") chassis line, built for the grind: off-road work, heavy hauling, towing, and demanding commercial or emergency-vehicle service.
- Rugged-duty construction: the housing is made of quenched and tempered steel rather than simple normalized steel and finished with an exclusive protective coating for added durability and corrosion resistance.
- Hardware included: the necessary hardware ships in the box and carries a corrosion-resistant coating of its own.
- Pre-loaded with grease: where applicable, each joint is pre-loaded with premium grease in a specially designed grease boot with molded-in standoffs to help keep lubrication where it belongs.
- Engineered to fit and last: designed to match the OE design in the listed severe-duty applications and engineered for improved durability, backed by Dorman's US-based chassis engineering team.
A front lower ball joint connects the lower control arm to the steering knuckle, letting the wheel steer while the suspension moves. If a worn ball joint is the cause of clunking, loose steering, or uneven tire wear, this replaces it; ball joints work in pairs, so replacing both sides is good practice.
Interchange: 83500202AB · TC2061 · K3137T · K3161T · K3161T005 · TXK3161T
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
83500202AB, TC2061, K3137T, K3161T, K3161T005, TXK3161T
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a front lower ball joint?
Yes. BJ96125RD is a front lower ball joint from Dorman's RD rugged-duty chassis line, engineered for severe-duty use.
Is this the right 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler ball joint?
Yes, it's listed for the 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler, along with several other Jeep models. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact vehicle.
Is hardware included?
Yes. The necessary hardware is included in the box and also features a corrosion-resistant coating.
Does it come pre-greased?
Where applicable, each joint is pre-loaded with premium grease in a specially designed grease boot with molded-in standoffs to help keep lubrication in place.
What are signs I may need a ball joint replacement?
Common signs include a knocking or clunking noise, loose or wandering steering, and uneven front tire wear. Have the joint inspected to confirm the cause before replacing.
