• Forward position, lower control arm on the front suspension (fits either side)
• High-quality replacement arm from Meyle
• Total replacement control arm with bushings, ball joint
• Addresses clunking, knocking, or failed ball joints, worn, sloppy, or failed bushings
• Fits all Tesla Model 3 vehicles up to 2024
Description
Experiencing suspension issues? Don't worry - it doesn't mean your car is falling apart or that you've purchased a lemon. Tesla models, as with many electric vehicles, are inherently reliable thanks in no small part to having far fewer points of failure versus a gas-powered car from other manufacturers. Despite being more reliable, there are still points of wear and eventual failure present in your car, including wipers, brakes, tires - and suspension.
Following control arm, bushing, or ball joint replacement, having an alignment performed is recommended to ensure your vehicle will track and handle properly, efficiently, safely, and without excess tire wear.
Restore proper front suspension geometry and handling with the MEYLE Front Lower Lateral Link for Tesla Model 3. This lower front control arm is designed for either the left or right side and features an aluminum construction with an integrated ball joint.
The MEYLE replacement is designed around the original Tesla application and supersedes several Tesla OE revisions, including 1044341-00-D. MEYLE recommends replacing these components in pairs.
Key Features
- Direct replacement for the Tesla Model 3 front lower lateral link
- Fits left or right side
- Aluminum construction
- Integrated ball joint
- Helps maintain proper suspension geometry and wheel control
- MEYLE-ORIGINAL replacement component
- Replacement in pairs recommended
Product Details
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
MEYLE |
| MEYLE Part Number |
70-16 050 0005 |
| MEYLE Product Code |
MCA1661 |
| Tesla OE Number |
1044341-00-D |
| Component |
Front Lower Lateral Link / Control Arm |
| Position |
Front Lower |
| Side |
Left or Right |
| Material |
Aluminum |
| Ball Joint |
Included |
| Quantity Required |
2 |
| Sold |
Individually |
| Replacement |
In pairs recommended |
ECS lists 70-16 050 0005 as the MEYLE cross-reference for the supplied Tesla OE 1044341-00-D. MEYLE catalog information confirms the aluminum construction, integrated ball joint, left/right fitment, and required quantity of two.
Fitment
Tesla Model 3
- 2017+
- Front suspension
- Lower position
- Left or right side
- RWD and AWD applications
MEYLE's catalog lists the application as Tesla Model 3 (01/2017–).
Important: The related Tesla OE 1188341-00-C is associated with the Model Y version of this component. For this specific EVANNEX listing, I would keep the primary fitment focused on Model 3 rather than combining Model 3 and Model Y in the title.
Tesla OE Reference Numbers
This MEYLE part cross-references the following Tesla OE numbers:
- 1044341-00-D
- 1044341-00-C
- 1044341-00-E
- 1044341-99-D
- 1344342-00-A
ECS specifically lists 1044341-00-D, 1044341-00-C, 1044341-99-D, 1188341-00-C, and 1288341-00-B among its cross-references; MEYLE's catalog also lists 1344342-00-A.
EVANNEX Ordering Guide
Sold individually — replacement in pairs recommended.
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Replacing one side: Order 1 × MEYLE 70-16 050 0005
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Replacing both sides: Order 2 × MEYLE 70-16 050 0005
- The same part fits both left and right sides.
MEYLE specifies a required quantity of 2 and recommends replacement in pairs.
Installation Note
Because this component is part of the front suspension and influences wheel geometry, a wheel alignment is recommended after replacement, particularly when replacing both sides or any component that may have altered suspension geometry.
Lifetime Replacement Eligible
