Dorman 527-522 front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2017-2025 Tesla 3 and other vehicles links the wheel to the chassis. It is sold as a control arm and ball joint assembly.
- Dorman OE Solutions line, with the ball joint and bushings pre-installed to save time and labor
- Threaded ball joint stud with a 14 mm thread diameter
- Rubber and steel bushings on a steel control arm
- Additional coatings resist rust and corrosion
- Testing aimed at a smooth ride, directional stability and predictable dynamics
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 527-522 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2017-2025 Tesla 3 and other vehicles
- Position: Front right lower rearward
- Material: Steel (control arm)
- Condition: New
A clunk over bumps or uneven tire wear can mean a worn arm or ball joint, but these signs alone do not prove this arm is the problem; wheel alignment can cause uneven wear too. This listing is one arm for the front right; each side of the front axle takes one, the front left is a separate part, and both are normally replaced together.
Fits
This Dorman OE Solutions control arm is a direct replacement for the original equipment on the 2017-2025 Tesla 3 and the 2020-2025 Tesla Y.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front right lower rearward
- Quantity per application: 1
- Control arm maximum length: 379.5 mm
- Control arm maximum width: 60 mm
- Mounting hole diameter: 14.5 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Ball joint stud length: 22.5 mm
Build and materials
- Construction: casting/forged
- Control arm material: steel
- Bushing material: rubber and steel
- Ball joint: installed, machined mounting type, threaded stud
- Grade: standard replacement
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One control arm with its ball joint installed, and one nut. Mounting hardware and a grease fitting are included.
Installation notes
- The ball joint comes pre-greased.
- A grease fitting is included with the arm.
Interchange: CA8995 · RK623779 · RK624112 · GS95133 · CMS95133 · 104435600C · 104435900A · 218835910B
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
CA8995, RK623779, RK624112, GS95133, CMS95133, 104435600C, 104435900A, 218835910B
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a 2017-2025 Tesla 3 control arm for the front right side?
Yes. Dorman 527-522 is the front right lower control arm for the 2017-2025 Tesla 3 and the 2020-2025 Tesla Y; the left side is a separate part.
Does the Dorman control arm come with the ball joint and bushings installed?
Yes. The ball joint and bushings are pre-installed on the arm, and the box also holds one nut. A grease fitting and mounting hardware are included.
What are the Dorman control arm bushings made of?
The bushings are rubber and steel, and the control arm itself is steel. Dorman 527-522 ships with the bushings already installed.
How big is the ball joint stud on this Dorman lower control arm?
The ball joint has a threaded stud with a 14 mm thread diameter and a 22.5 mm stud length. The arm's mounting hole is 14.5 mm in diameter.
Does RK623779 interchange with Dorman 527-522?
Yes. RK623779 is one of the numbers that Dorman 527-522 replaces.
