2021 BMW 228I Suspension Parts

This table covers the control arms that locate each hub relative to the chassis. Typical signs include clunks over bumps, a wander on the highway, or inner-edge tire wear. Get an alignment after any control-arm work, and inspect the ball joint and bushings that came with the arm. Read more

17 Control Arm parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from 5 brands — MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DELPHI and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 528197.

In the Daily Driver grade, SUSPENSIA, MEVOTECH, DELPHI and 1 other brand supply 12 parts: grouped for everyday commuting duty. A representative part number is DORMAN 528197.

The Economy section lists 5 options from MEVOTECH and BECK/ARNLEY — the catalog's value-priced group. BECK/ARNLEY 1028103 is listed in this group.

This table covers the bushings pressed into each control arm. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

3 Control Arm Bushing parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from SUSPENSIA.

This group includes SUSPENSIA X88BU6581, SUSPENSIA X05BU0074 and SUSPENSIA X05BU0073.

This table covers the Front End kits. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 228I — SUSPENSIA X89KT1129.

This table covers the Ride Height sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors. Read more

3 Ride Height Sensor parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from 3 brands — ARNOTT, FCS and MONROE.

Part numbers include ARNOTT RH3718, FCS HS008 and MONROE HS10203.

This table covers the shocks and struts that damp wheel motion. Typical signs include a nose that keeps bouncing, cupped tires, or fluid weeping down the body. Replace shocks or struts in axle pairs and renew the mounts if they are torn or collapsed. Read more

7 Shock / Strut parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from BILSTEIN. The "Popular" part is BILSTEIN 24317962.

In the Increased Handling/Stability grade, BILSTEIN supplies 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Increased Handling/Stability" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BILSTEIN 24317962.

The Original Ride Quality section lists 5 options from BILSTEIN — grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BILSTEIN 19263137 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: BILSTEIN 24317962, BILSTEIN 20321093 and BILSTEIN 19263137, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

2 Shock / Strut Bearing parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from VAICO.

Listed part numbers: VAICO V204349 and VAICO V204564.

This table covers the upper mounts (and bearings) a strut bolts through at the tower. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

4 Shock / Strut Mount parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 228I, from SACHS, KYB and REIN.

The Daily Driver section: 3 options from SACHS and KYB. KYB SM5968 is listed in this group.

Economy: 1 part, from REIN. A representative part number is REIN AVQ0724.

This group includes KYB SM5968, SACHS 803047 and SACHS 803210 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Shock / Strut Mount. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: ELRING B28110.

This table covers the Shock Dust covers. Read more

3 Shock Dust Cover parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from MARELLI.

Part numbers include MARELLI KPR071, MARELLI KPR100 and MARELLI KPR102.

This table covers the Suspension kits. Read more

2 Suspension Kit parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from BILSTEIN.

Part numbers include BILSTEIN 47322547 and BILSTEIN 49321067.

This table covers the links that connect the anti-roll bar to each control arm or strut. Typical signs include a clunk on one wheel over a driveway, or a rattle that goes away when you lean on the bar. Replace links in pairs; a seized stud often takes the bushing with it. Read more

9 Sway Bar Link parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from 6 brands — MEVOTECH, DORMAN, MOOG and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOOG K750861.

Daily Driver: 6 parts, from DORMAN, MEVOTECH, MOOG and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MOOG K750861.

The Economy section: 3 options from ULTRA-POWER, FVP and MEVOTECH. ULTRA-POWER K750861 is listed in this group.

This group includes MOOG K750861, DELPHI TC3895 and DORMAN 541956 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the brackets that mount the Trailing Arm. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners. Read more

DORMAN supplies both parts for the 2021 BMW 228I.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 540821 and DORMAN 540822.