Dorman 521-181 front left lower control arm with ball joint for the 2004-2015 Nissan Titan and other vehicles connects the wheel to the chassis. The Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly lets the wheel travel and turn.
- Dorman OE Solutions line, standard-replacement grade
- Ball joint and bushings come pre-installed, saving time and labor
- Pre-greased ball joint with a pinch-type stud
- Steel control arm with rubber bushings
- Additional coatings for rust and corrosion resistance
- Evaluated for a smooth ride, directional stability and predictable dynamics
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 521-181 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2004-2015 Nissan Titan and other vehicles
- Position: Front left lower
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A clunk over bumps, loose steering or uneven tire wear can mean this arm or its ball joint is worn, though a stabilizer bar link or a tie rod end can produce similar symptoms, so find the cause before replacing it.
Fits
This Dorman control arm is a direct replacement for the original equipment on the 2004-2015 Nissan Titan, the 2005-2015 Nissan Armada and the 2004-2010 Infiniti QX56. If your car is not named here, look up its year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section. Both front lower arms are normally replaced together: this listing is one arm for the front left, the front right is a separate part, and the 2005-2015 Nissan Armada takes one on the front left.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left lower
- Quantity: one per listing
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Mounting hole quantity: 1
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Control arm maximum width: 288.5 mm
- Control arm maximum length: 237 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm type: casting/forged
- Control arm material: steel
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint stud type: pinch
- Grade: standard replacement
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One front left lower control arm with ball joint, with mounting hardware. A grease fitting is not included.
Interchange: 102-6979 · 622.42063 · 623.42063
TC5811 · TC6077 · CA18058 · 12CB80035 · RK620512 · GS30116 · CMS30116 · 2605926 · 545017S001 · 545017S002 · 54501EZ00A · 54501EZ00B · 54501ZC30A · 54501ZQ00A · 54501ZR00A · SK521181 · 1516007 · X36CJ0095 · JTC2485
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
102-6979, 622.42063, 623.42063, TC5811, TC6077, CA18058, 12CB80035, RK620512, GS30116, CMS30116, 2605926, 545017S001, 545017S002, 54501EZ00A, 54501EZ00B, 54501ZC30A, 54501ZQ00A, 54501ZR00A, SK521181, 1516007, X36CJ0095, JTC2485
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dorman 521-181 work as a Nissan Titan lower control arm for the 2017-2024 Nissan Titan?
Yes. Dorman 521-181 fits the Nissan Titan in both the 2004-2015 and the 2017-2024 ranges, in the front left lower position. For other cars, look up your year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Are Dorman control arm bushings included with this arm?
Yes. The bushings and the ball joint come pre-installed on this front left lower arm, and mounting hardware is included. A grease fitting is not included.
What size is the ball joint thread on this Dorman lower control arm?
Dorman 521-181 has a ball joint thread diameter of 14 mm and a pinch-type stud. Its mounting hole diameter is 12.3 mm.
How can I tell if a front lower control arm is worn?
With the engine off, look for cracked or torn rubber bushings, grease around the ball joint, or rust and bends. A clunk over bumps or pulling can also be signs; a shop can check ball joint play.
Is 54501ZC30A on the interchange list for this control arm?
Yes. 54501ZC30A is one of the numbers on the Interchange line for Dorman 521-181, along with 54501ZR00A and 54501ZQ00A.
