Tesla Model 3 Front Control Arm Kit, 6-Piece (2018.6–2023)

Description

Six complete front arms for Model 3 (June 2018–2023)

This is a front-only refresh: both upper arms, both straight lower arms, and both curved “banana” arms. It is not an upper-arm-only kit, not a full-car kit, and it does not fit Highland (2024+) or Model Y.

What you are buying

• 6 complete arm assemblies with ball joints and bushings already pressed in
• Aftermarket parts built to the Tesla OE numbers below — not a Tesla Service Center boxed original unless the packing says so
• Bolts, alignment, rear arms, sway-bar links, and tie rods are not included
• Shop time is typically 2–4 hours plus a 4-wheel alignment. A lift is expected
• Uninstalled quality issues: 30-day exchange. Installed parts are not returnable for change of mind — see our warranty policy

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What’s in the box

Match these numbers to the stamp on your arms. Photos may also show two small dust caps; those are extras, not extra arms.

Qty	Part (plain name)	OE on this kit	Also fits if your stamp is
1	Front upper arm, left	1044321-00-G	1044321-00-E / F / H (same arm, earlier/later letter). Not J.
1	Front upper arm, right	1044326-00-G	1044326-00-E / F / H. Not J.
2	Front lower straight arm (same part left or right)	1044341-00-D	1044341-00-E (later letter of the same straight arm)
1	Front lower curved / banana arm, left	1044354-00-A	Early cars may show 1044351-00-C — photo first
1	Front lower curved / banana arm, right	1044359-00-A	Early cars may show 1044356-00-C — photo first

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Will this fit?

Look at the stamp on the arms. Year helps, stamp decides. Same OE worldwide for this generation — no US / EU / China split.

Buy this

Model 3 · June 2018–2023

RWD, AWD, and Performance when stamps match the table, including straight-arm 1044341-00-E and upper letters E / F / H.

Send a photo first

Early car or 2188 banana arm

Model 3 before June 2018 (curved arms often 1044351 / 1044356), or Tesla already fitted cold-climate / later arms 2188354-10-B / 2188359-10-B. Email stamp + VIN to [email protected].

Do not buy

Highland or Model Y

Highland 2024+ uses 1344… arms and upper -00-J. Model Y uses a different straight arm (often 1188341-00-C) — use the Model Y kit.

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Install notes

Tighten bushing bolts on the ground

If you torque the inner bushing bolts with the wheels hanging, the new rubber is pre-twisted and can tear early. Set ride height, then torque. Replace one-time lock nuts. Then a 4-wheel alignment.

Joint	Typical Tesla spec	Note
Lower arms to knuckle	180 Nm	Replace the lock nut
Upper arm to body	35 Nm (small) / 62 Nm (large)	From Tesla Model 3 service procedure
Lower arms to subframe	See current service manual	Value depends on the bolt (NA vs EU/APAC parts differ). Always at ride height.

Most independent shops book 2–4 hours plus a 4-wheel alignment. A lift is expected. Torque figures above are from Tesla service information for 2017–2023 Model 3 — confirm on the manual for your VIN before you tighten anything.

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Why replace the set

Clunks, wander, inner tire wear

Worn front bushings and ball joints let the wheel move under braking and over bumps. Refreshing left and right together keeps the geometry even.

No press required

These are complete arms. If only the banana-arm rubber is torn and the metal is straight, the cheaper route is the 1044358-00-A bushing (press needed).

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Need a different part?

Model Y 6-piece kitDo not use this Model 3 set on a Y.Banana-arm bushing only1044358-00-A if you have a press and the arm is undamaged.

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FAQ

Is this only the upper arms?

DetailsNo. Six front arms: two uppers, two straight lowers, two curved banana arms. Not rear arms, not sway-bar links, not tie rods.

Highland 2024+ or Model Y?

DetailsNeither. Highland uses 1344-series arms and upper -00-J. Model Y needs the Y kit.

My straight arm says 1044341-00-E, not D. My upper says F or H, not G.

DetailsThose letters are the same arm family this kit is built for. Order it. Do not order if the upper stamp ends in J, or if you see 1344 or 2188 numbers without checking with us first.

Tesla already put 2188 banana arms on my 2019–2023 car.

Details2188354 / 2188359 are later/cold-climate compliance arms. They may look similar but the bushing rate can differ. Send a photo of the stamp before you buy this kit.

Performance / AWD / RWD?

DetailsYes for June 2018–2023 Model 3 when the stamps match. Check the arm, not only the trim.

Are these genuine Tesla-boxed parts?

DetailsThey are aftermarket assemblies made to the listed OE numbers. If you need a Tesla Service Center sealed original, say so before ordering.

Bolts and alignment?

DetailsNot included. Replace one-time nuts from Tesla’s parts list. Alignment after install is required and billed by the shop.

How long does install take?

DetailsMost shops book 2–4 hours plus a 4-wheel alignment. A lift is expected. Torque the inner bushing bolts at ride height so the new rubber is not pre-twisted.

Warranty?

DetailsThis is a non-electronic part. Uninstalled quality issues can be exchanged within 30 days of delivery. Installed suspension parts are not returnable for change of mind. See our warranty policy.