Dorman 521-184 front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2007-2012 Nissan Sentra links the front wheel to the chassis. The ball joint in this Dorman control arm lets the steering knuckle pivot as the wheel turns and moves over bumps.
- Ball joint and bushings are pre-installed to save time and labor
- Tested for a smooth ride and directional stability
- Additional coatings resist rust and corrosion
- Steel control arm with rubber bushings
- Arrives pre-greased, with no grease fitting
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 521-184 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2007-2012 Nissan Sentra
- Position: Front right lower
- Material: Steel control arm with rubber bushings
- Condition: New
Clunking over bumps, loose-feeling steering or uneven front tire wear can mean this arm, its bushings or its ball joint is worn. A tired strut mount or sway bar end link can be behind those symptoms too, so find the cause before replacing anything.
Fits
It is a direct replacement for the original on the 2007-2012 Nissan Sentra, which takes one arm at this corner. This listing is a single arm; the front left is a separate part, and the two arms on that axle are normally replaced together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front right lower
- Quantity for this side: 1
- Maximum width: 288.5 mm
- Maximum length: 237 mm
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm material: steel
- Control arm type: casting/forged
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint stud type: pinch
- Grade: standard replacement
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One control arm with ball joint, plus mounting hardware.
Interchange: 102-6817 · 810-257662B · 623.42060
TC3968 · CA14435 · 5CB30248 · RK620373 · GS30181 · CMS30181 · 2606668 · 2606668M · 54500ET000 · 54500ET00B · 54500ET00C · SK521184 · 1516022 · X36CJ0522 · JTC2480
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
102-6817, 810-257662B, 623.42060, TC3968, CA14435, 5CB30248, RK620373, GS30181, CMS30181, 2606668, 2606668M, 54500ET000, 54500ET00B, 54500ET00C, SK521184, 1516022, X36CJ0522, JTC2480
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right control arm for the 2007-2012 Nissan Sentra?
Yes. Dorman 521-184 is the front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2007-2012 Nissan Sentra. The front left side is a separate part.
What comes with this Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly?
You get one control arm with the ball joint and rubber bushings already installed, plus mounting hardware. A grease fitting is not included.
What material are the Dorman control arm bushings?
The bushings are rubber, and the control arm itself is steel. Dorman 521-184 is a casting/forged arm with a pinch-type ball joint stud.
Is this Dorman lower control arm for the left or right side?
It goes on the front right. Dorman 521-184 is a single arm, so the front left lower arm is ordered separately.
Can I keep driving with a worn front lower control arm?
No. A worn arm, bushing or ball joint affects steering and suspension control, so have it checked or replaced promptly. A shop can inspect the joint and bushings safely.
