DORMAN PREMIUM TO50181PR front left outer tie rod end for the 2019-2025 Acura RDX passes steering input from the steering linkage to the wheel. Also called a steering tie rod end, it directly replaces the original equipment tie rod.
- Precision-forged steel housing, factory-sealed, that resists corrosion
- Engineered to lower the wear rate and keep overall strength
- Pre-greased joint with a polychloroprene dust boot and a polymer bearing
- Taper stud with an M14 tie rod end thread
Quick facts
- Part: DORMAN PREMIUM TO50181PR tie rod end
- Also called: steering tie rod end
- Fits: 2019-2025 Acura RDX
- Position: Front left outer
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A worn tie rod end can show up as loose or wandering steering, a clunk over bumps or uneven front tire wear. Before you replace it, rule out worn ball joints, wheel bearings or an alignment that is off, because those can feel alike from the driver's seat. The 2019-2025 Acura RDX takes one tie rod end on the front left. This listing is that one part, the front right is ordered separately, and both sides are normally replaced together.
Fits
It fits the 2019-2025 Acura RDX.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left outer
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Length: 197.2 mm
- Outside and tube diameter: 21.3 mm
- Cone outside diameter: 15.3 mm
- Thread diameter: M14; end 1 12 mm, end 2 14 mm
- Thread pitch: end 1 1.25 mm, end 2 1.5 mm
Build and materials
- Type: bent, adjustable, taper stud
- Material: steel
- Finish: powder coated
- Dust boot: polychloroprene; bearing: polymer
- Pre-greased, no grease fitting
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One tie rod end, one ball joint, one castle nut and one cotter pin. Bolts and a grease fitting are not included, so plan on new bolts rather than reusing old ones.
Interchange: 53560TJBA01 · ES801685 · MS60674
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
53560TJBA01, ES801685, MS60674
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the DORMAN PREMIUM TO50181PR tie rod end fit the 2019-2025 Acura RDX?
Yes. The DORMAN PREMIUM TO50181PR fits the 2019-2025 Acura RDX in the front left outer position. The front right side is a separate part.
Does the TO50181PR tie rod end come with a castle nut and cotter pin?
Yes. The DORMAN PREMIUM TO50181PR includes one castle nut, one cotter pin and one ball joint with the tie rod end. Bolts and a grease fitting are not included.
What thread size does this front left outer tie rod end have?
The tie rod end thread diameter is M14. End 1 is 12 mm at 1.25 mm pitch, and end 2 is 14 mm at 1.5 mm pitch.
Can a worn tie rod end make the steering feel loose?
Yes. Play in a worn tie rod end can make steering feel loose or wander, though other parts can feel similar. Have it checked and replaced promptly if it is worn.
Is ES801685 the same as this DORMAN PREMIUM tie rod end?
Yes. DORMAN PREMIUM TO50181PR replaces ES801685. It also replaces 53560TJBA01 and MS60674.
