DORMAN DORMAN CONTROL ARM Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
DORMAN CONTROL ARM
Brand
DORMAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Dorman Products, Inc. is recalling certain DORMAN CONTROL ARM equipment due to suspension:front:control arm issues. Loss of steering ability can increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Dorman control arms, part numbers 521-898, 521-897, CA14583 and CA14584. These control arms may have a ball stud that can pull through the steering knuckle causing a partial loss of steering.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Loss of steering ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ball stud with a new ball stud nut, free of charge. The recall began August 15, 2018. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492. Dorman's number for this recall is CA0518XXXX.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026