What are the dangers of a broken lower control arm?

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MacSienna
07/29/25 5:07pm
Here are the specific consequences that may result from damage to the lower control arm of a vehicle: Broken lower control arm: The wheel may detach from the vehicle body, rendering the vehicle unable to move; Deformation or bending: The alignment relationship between the wheel and the vehicle body is disrupted, causing all four-wheel alignment parameters to fail, which can lead to the vehicle pulling to one side or even the wheel rubbing against the chassis; Aging or failure of the control arm bushing: This can result in metallic collision noises when the lower control arm moves. Below is additional information about the lower control arm: 1. Introduction: The lower control arm is a mechanical tool that, through different linkage configurations, automatically adjusts the camber angle, toe angle, and provides the rear wheels with a certain steering angle during suspension contraction. 2. Function: The lower control arm is used to support the vehicle body and absorb vibrations during driving.
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